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This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to join our dedicated team to support the work of Defence SA. We are seeking a highly organised Finance Officer with strong accounting, finance skills, and experience who is solutions focused, collaborative and enthusiastic.
This is a full-time ongoing position, ideal for someone looking to advance their career.
Special Conditions:
- The incumbent is required to enter into an annual performance agreement.
- Work outside of normal hours may be required in times of peak activity.
Key Selection Criteria:
Our ideal candidate will have commenced a career in accounting/finance in the private or public sectors with a range of skills transferable to the public sector, including strong Microsoft Office skills with a particular focus on Excel. You will have strong communication skills and stakeholder engagement capabilities, and are naturally suited to explaining financial information to a broad range of stakeholders. You enjoy learning about the people and business areas you support, and like to help solve financial and business system problems. You have an analytical approach with conceptual capabilities and a flexible approach.
You possess a positive “can-do” attitude along with great attention to detail and organisation. You take initiative and are able to operate under limited direction. You have a willingness to learn, an excellent work ethic and strong resolution skills. You cope well with change and are excited to contribute to ongoing process improvement.
Application Guidelines:
All applications must be submitted online via defencesa.com/careers.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your resume, together with a covering letter (no more than 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience giving consideration to the key selection criteria in the specific technical knowledge, experience and skills in the job and person specification. Applicants must submit a completed “Pre-Employment Declaration in the SA Public Sector” form.
Our Commitment to Diversity:
The South Australian Government is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups and ages including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQA+, people with disabilities, women and other diversity groups.
