Finance Officer

This is a fulltime contract position to March 2026.The City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE) is a welcoming, liveable City: made by people.  PAE acknowledges that we are on the traditional country of the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains.  Their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land are of continuing importance today. You will be part of a team that values equity and belonging, participation, sustainability, integrity, and transformative action. Our goal is to foster a workplace culture that is fair, equitable, discrimination-free and safe for everyone. Your contributions will directly impact our goals of creating a thriving community, developing a prosperous economy, establishing a clean and green city, and building places for people.Diversity at the City of PAE means a workplace where individuals are recognised, respected, and engaged in ways that develop and harness everyone’s strengths.  We provide excellent working conditions with job security, flexible working arrangements and support for professional development.We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our Finance Team on a contract basis as a Finance Officer. In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the accuracy of our financial reporting, upholding our commitment to transparency and operational excellence. You’ll also support our local economy by ensuring timely payment of supplier invoices and contribute to strong financial management that enables us to deliver outcomes our community values—responsibly and sustainably.Key responsibilities of the position include:Providing an exceptional customer experience for all internal and external customers.Maintaining the supplier database with the highest levels of integrity.Processing and paying supplier invoices in accordance with agreed payment terms.Maintaining compliance with relevant taxation and legislative obligations.Ensuring Council has effective oversight of corporate purchase cards.Contributing to a cohesive, engaged, and agile team environment.Identifying and embracing opportunities for improvement.The successful applicant will have:Administrative experience within a Local Government environment is desirable.Experience working effectively within a busy accounts payable function is desirable.Demonstrate a sound knowledge of general office procedures.Fast and accurate data entry skills.More information can be found on the Position Description located below.This is a Level 3 position which has a current salary range of $85,842 - $92,318 per annum (plus Super).Confidential enquiries can be directed to Andrew Doyle, Corporate Accounting Leader on 8405 6988.To apply, simply complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume. Applications close 20 July 2025.The City of PAE values diversity and inclusion and we encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with disability, young people, LGBTIQ+ people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive workplace.  We welcome a discussion around any workplace adjustments you may require. #bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifferenceBenefits of working at PAEPosition Description AUD Port Adelaide 5015

Finance Officer

This is a fulltime contract position to March 2026.

The City of Port Adelaide Enfield (PAE) is a welcoming, liveable City: made by people. 

PAE acknowledges that we are on the traditional country of the Kaurna people of the Adelaide Plains.  Their cultural heritage, beliefs and relationship with the land are of continuing importance today.

You will be part of a team that values equity and belonging, participation, sustainability, integrity, and transformative action. Our goal is to foster a workplace culture that is fair, equitable, discrimination-free and safe for everyone. Your contributions will directly impact our goals of creating a thriving community, developing a prosperous economy, establishing a clean and green city, and building places for people.

Diversity at the City of PAE means a workplace where individuals are recognised, respected, and engaged in ways that develop and harness everyone’s strengths.  We provide excellent working conditions with job security, flexible working arrangements and support for professional development.

We’re offering an exciting opportunity to join our Finance Team on a contract basis as a Finance Officer. In this role, you’ll play a key part in maintaining the accuracy of our financial reporting, upholding our commitment to transparency and operational excellence. You’ll also support our local economy by ensuring timely payment of supplier invoices and contribute to strong financial management that enables us to deliver outcomes our community values—responsibly and sustainably.

Key responsibilities of the position include:

  • Providing an exceptional customer experience for all internal and external customers.
  • Maintaining the supplier database with the highest levels of integrity.
  • Processing and paying supplier invoices in accordance with agreed payment terms.
  • Maintaining compliance with relevant taxation and legislative obligations.
  • Ensuring Council has effective oversight of corporate purchase cards.
  • Contributing to a cohesive, engaged, and agile team environment.
  • Identifying and embracing opportunities for improvement.

The successful applicant will have:

  • Administrative experience within a Local Government environment is desirable.
  • Experience working effectively within a busy accounts payable function is desirable.
  • Demonstrate a sound knowledge of general office procedures.
  • Fast and accurate data entry skills.

More information can be found on the Position Description located below.

This is a Level 3 position which has a current salary range of $85,842 - $92,318 per annum (plus Super).

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Andrew Doyle, Corporate Accounting Leader on 8405 6988.

To apply, simply complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume. 

Applications close 20 July 2025.

The City of PAE values diversity and inclusion and we encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people living with disability, young people, LGBTIQ+ people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply.

We are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive workplace.  We welcome a discussion around any workplace adjustments you may require.

#bettertogether #growandimprove #makeadifference

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