Finance Partner – Corporate Services

This is a fulltime permanent position.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 currently have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Finance Partner.This position plays a vital role in supporting our community by delivering sound financial management and partnering with leaders to drive operational efficiency. With a focus on keeping rate increases low and ensuring transparency in financial decision-making, this role helps maintain confidence in our services and financial stewardship.Key responsibilities of the position include:Coordinate all financial planning and analysis activities for the Corporate Services Directorate, including budgets, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.Prepare detailed budgets, grant acquittals, and ensure compliance with funding requirements. Provide finance partnering and decision support to senior management through insights, dashboards, and service costing. Undertake budget assurance and contribute to improving costing and overhead methodologies.The successful applicant will have:Tertiary qualifications in accounting or commerce, with CA/CPA accreditation.Proven experience delivering strategic financial advice to senior and operational leaders.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using both qualitative and quantitative data.Effective stakeholder engagement, with a track record of influencing and negotiation.More information can be found on the Position Description located below.This is a Level 6 position which has a current salary range of $112,394 - $120,199 per annum (plus Super).Confidential enquiries can be directed to Mario van der Walt, Team Leader Planning & Analysis on 08 8405 6759.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 Partner - Corporate Services

This is a fulltime permanent position.

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 currently have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Finance Partner.

This position plays a vital role in supporting our community by delivering sound financial management and partnering with leaders to drive operational efficiency. With a focus on keeping rate increases low and ensuring transparency in financial decision-making, this role helps maintain confidence in our services and financial stewardship.

Key responsibilities of the position include:

  • Coordinate all financial planning and analysis activities for the Corporate Services Directorate, including budgets, forecasting, and long-term financial planning.
  • Prepare detailed budgets, grant acquittals, and ensure compliance with funding requirements.
  • Provide finance partnering and decision support to senior management through insights, dashboards, and service costing.
  • Undertake budget assurance and contribute to improving costing and overhead methodologies.

The successful applicant will have:

  • Tertiary qualifications in accounting or commerce, with CA/CPA accreditation.
  • Proven experience delivering strategic financial advice to senior and operational leaders.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills using both qualitative and quantitative data.
  • Effective stakeholder engagement, with a track record of influencing and negotiation.

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

This is a Level 6 position which has a current salary range of $112,394 - $120,199 per annum (plus Super).

Confidential enquiries can be directed to Mario van der Walt, Team Leader Planning & Analysis on 08 8405 6759.

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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