Finance Officer

Bring your expertise in reconciliation, analysis, and compliance to a team that values technical excellence.Join our Finance team at PAE and help us turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.This is a temporary 12-month part-time contract.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. We work Better Together to deliver meaningful outcomes, we Grow & Improve our work every day, to ensure we Make a Difference for our community.  Our organisational values underpin our constructive culture and our vision for PAE is a welcoming, liveable city, made by people. With a diverse population of 139,000 residents, including families who have lived here for generations and more than a third of residents born overseas, we celebrate our differences while working together to create a dynamic, thriving, and connected city.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.This role ensures accurate and transparent financial reporting that helps our community understand Council’s performance, while also supporting the local economy by processing supplier payments on time. It strengthens our financial management practices so we can continue delivering valued outcomes in a responsible and sustainable way.Key responsibilities of the position include:Process and manage supplier payments, including maintaining supplier details, paying invoices on time, and resolving any payment issues.Support financial systems and compliance, including purchase cards, reconciliations, tax reporting (TPAR/BAS/FBT), grants, and system testing.Assist with financial reporting and audits by preparing accurate information, workpapers, and documentation.The successful applicant will have:Completed or studying towards a tertiary qualification in accounting or commerce (or equivalent) is desirable.Strong administrative and accounts payable experience, ideally within Local Government, with sound knowledge of office procedures, records management, and relevant Council policies.Solid understanding of financial principles and compliance, including basic accounting, GST and FBT requirements, internal controls, reconciliations, and system/ledger processes.Proficient digital and organisational skills, including fast and accurate data entry, effective use of Microsoft applications, and the ability to manage time and adapt to changing priorities.More information can be found on the Position Description located below.This is a Level 3 position which has a current salary of $85,842 (plus Super).Confidential enquiries can be directed to Andrew Doyle, Corporate Accounting Leader on andrew.doyle@cityofpae.sa.gov.au. To apply, simply complete the application process by clicking the ‘Apply’ button and attach your cover letter and resume. Applications close 10pm on 1 February 2026.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

Bring your expertise in reconciliation, analysis, and compliance to a team that values technical excellence.

Join our Finance team at PAE and help us turn complex financial data into clear, actionable insights.

This is a temporary 12-month part-time contract.

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.

We work Better Together to deliver meaningful outcomes, we Grow & Improve our work every day, to ensure we Make a Difference for our community.  Our organisational values underpin our constructive culture and our vision for PAE is a welcoming, liveable city, made by people.

With a diverse population of 139,000 residents, including families who have lived here for generations and more than a third of residents born overseas, we celebrate our differences while working together to create a dynamic, thriving, and connected city.

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.

This role ensures accurate and transparent financial reporting that helps our community understand Council’s performance, while also supporting the local economy by processing supplier payments on time. It strengthens our financial management practices so we can continue delivering valued outcomes in a responsible and sustainable way.

Key responsibilities of the position include:

  • Process and manage supplier payments, including maintaining supplier details, paying invoices on time, and resolving any payment issues.
  • Support financial systems and compliance, including purchase cards, reconciliations, tax reporting (TPAR/BAS/FBT), grants, and system testing.
  • Assist with financial reporting and audits by preparing accurate information, workpapers, and documentation.

The successful applicant will have:

  • Completed or studying towards a tertiary qualification in accounting or commerce (or equivalent) is desirable.
  • Strong administrative and accounts payable experience, ideally within Local Government, with sound knowledge of office procedures, records management, and relevant Council policies.
  • Solid understanding of financial principles and compliance, including basic accounting, GST and FBT requirements, internal controls, reconciliations, and system/ledger processes.
  • Proficient digital and organisational skills, including fast and accurate data entry, effective use of Microsoft applications, and the ability to manage time and adapt to changing priorities.

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

This is a Level 3 position which has a current salary of $85,842 (plus Super).

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Andrew Doyle, Corporate Accounting Leader on andrew.doyle@cityofpae.sa.gov.au.

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

Applications close 10pm on 1 February 2026.

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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