FINANCIAL SERVICES CONSULTANT

September 9, 2024

SA Government -SA FIRE AND EMERGENCY SERVICES COMMISSION

Keswick

OTHER & CONTRACT

SA Fire and Emergency Services Commission
Job reference: 620125
Location: 5035 - KESWICK
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

Primary Purpose of Role:

Manage the distribution of accounts for certification and approval by emergency services organisations ensuring late payment interest is monitored.
Facilitate user access and perform reviews to financial systems, including Basware, ANZ Expense Manager System, Microsoft Financial Reporting System, Masterpiece and Local Funds Reporting System.
Effectively perform the duties of the Local Funds Reporting System Administrator and provide support to volunteers in the use and maintenance of the system.
Lead the end-of-month reporting process for the Financial Services team, including the management of accrual process, board reports and secretarial support to the Emergency Services Sector Finance Meeting and Finance Forum.
Prepare reports that support day to day management of the various portfolio budgets within the agency including reports which support the monitoring of expenditure, variations to budget, monthly journals and other budgetary reports.
Research and analyse data, collected internally and externally to produce high level analysis and provide recommendations in the form of written reports including quarterly budget analysis.
Assist in the preparation of monthly financial reports and the annual statutory financial reports for the emergency services agencies.
Provide high-level financial advice to the executive, staff and volunteers of the emergency services sector.
Support the Manager Financial Services and Business Managers in relation to high-level agency budget processes and planning matters, year-end statutory financial reporting processes and preparation of ad-hoc reports relating to expenses, major incident costs, compliance reporting with Treasurer's Instructions, accounting standards and other government financial management policies.
Manage the relationship with Shared Services SA, including the provision of financial information to assist in their preparation of the Fringe Benefits Tax return, annual financial statements and other statutory reporting requirements.
Monitor grant funded programs and associated expenditure.
Review and develop financial policies and procedures for the emergency services sector.
Manage, lead and implement financial improvement projects.

Essential Qualifications:
An appropriate degree in accounting, finance and economics majoring in accounting.
Remuneration:
ASO5
$85,790 - $95,413

Special Conditions:
Engagement will be subject to a satisfactory Emergency Services Sector Criminal History Check. For all special conditions, please refer to the Role Description.
Enquiries:
Julie Best
Director, Finance
Ph: (08) 8115 3932
Email: julie.best@eso.sa.gov.au

Application Instructions:
Applicants are required to address the criteria outlined in the Application Guidelines document.
Applications must be submitted online.

SAFECOM is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, inclusion and supports a culture of safety and respect.
We welcome and encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, LGBTIQ+, people with disabilities, women and other diverse groups to help us build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive and inclusive recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to contact us at the time of application.

Applications close: 24/09/2024 11:45 PM

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available