We are currently seeking applications for a Principal Financial Accountant (0.8 FTE) to join the Financial Accounting Team located in Adelaide CBD at the Department of Treasury & Finance.

What We Offer

- Meaningful work that contributes to outcomes for South Australia
- A supportive team environment where people connect and collaborate
- Flexible working arrangements that support life and career
- Opportunities to grow capability and build a long-term career
- Salary packaging and wellbeing benefits

Who we are At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), we’re building a world-class Treasury for South Australia – it’s about the people and the impact we create together.

We’re South Australia’s lead agency for economic, digital, and financial policy outcomes. Our work touches every corner of the state, from enabling frontline services to driving digital transformation. And we do it all with one purpose: to make life better for the people who call South Australia home.

Shared Services SA (SSSA) deliver essential business and finance services across areas of payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tax and financial accounting, and business systems which enable government agencies to focus on serving the community. SSSA support daily operations to driving innovation, your work at Shared Services SA powers the public sector behind the scenes.

Why This Role Matters

As Principal Financial Accountant , you will lead the delivery of high-quality financial accounting services that support transparency, accountability and sound financial management across government. Your expertise will help agencies meet statutory reporting obligations, strengthen governance and provide confidence in financial decision-making that benefits South Australians.

In this role, you will:

- Lead the preparation of complex financial statements and audit processes.
- Provide expert financial accounting and management advice.
- Support and develop a high-performing accounting team.
- Strengthen financial governance,



compliance and reporting practices.
- Drive continuous improvement across financial accounting services.
- Build trusted relationships with agencies and key stakeholders.

Remuneration ASO7 ($116,089 – $125,490 p.a.) + 12% Superannuation

What you bring

- Experience preparing complex financial statements and audit documentation.
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards and financial compliance requirements.
- The ability to provide trusted financial advice and practical solutions.
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Experience leading, motivating and supporting teams to achieve outcomes.
- A proactive approach to continuous improvement and service excellence.
- Degree level qualification in accounting, finance, economics (or equivalent) and eligibility for membership to a professional accounting body.

Application Instructions: To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration. Note that a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check is a requirement for this role.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.

Applications close: 10/10/2026 11:30 PM

Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and versatile ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

📌 Principal Financial Accountant (Adelaide)
🏢 South Australian Department Of Treasury And Finance (Dtf)
📍 Adelaide