Department for Energy and Mining
Job reference: 852219
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: SA Public Sector Employees only

The Department for Energy and Mining is committed to building a diverse and flexible culture. We encourage and welcome all applications from women, diverse community groups and ages, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and people with disabilities.

About the opportunity:

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Management Accountant to join the Finance team within the Corporate and Commercial Division. This is a term vacancy until 21^st of July 2028.

The Management Accountant is responsible for coordinating and delivering expert financial support, management reporting, budgeting, compliance monitoring and financial advice that contributes to the achievement of the department's financial strategies and objectives.

This role provides dedicated account management support to one of the department's divisions and plays a key role in supporting critical finance functions, including whole of department reporting obligations, annual financial statement preparation, and ongoing financial system administration. The successful applicant will also contribute to significant whole of government financial initiatives and support informed decision making through the provision of high quality financial analysis and reporting.

Key Duties:

• Provide expert budget management, financial reporting and account management services to assigned business areas.
• Prepare monthly financial reports, variance analysis and commentary for management and executive stakeholders.
• Contribute to whole of department financial reporting requirements, including reporting to the Department of Treasury and Finance and the Audit Office of South Australia.
• Assist with the preparation of annual audited financial statements and audit processes.
• Provide financial analysis and expert input into funding submissions, business cases and parliamentary briefings.
• Support the administration and continuous improvement of financial systems, processes and reporting tools.
• Develop positive working relationships with stakeholders and provide trusted financial advice across the department.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance team.

About us:

The Department for Energy and Mining (DEM) leads the global transformation economy, overseeing the responsible mining and production of the minerals, metals and fuels of the future, to safely and sustainably generate the energy and low carbon products of the future.

Our low cost power, leading regulation system and culture of innovation is leading to the decarbonisation of industry, new modern manufacturing opportunities, increased employment and greater prosperity and security for the people of South Australia.

We particularly acknowledge the essential role that traditional Aboriginal people play in the energy and mining sector as land managers, heritage custodians, business owners and community leaders.

The Corporate and Commercial Division (C&C) sits at the core of the Department for Energy and Mining's organisational success. A dynamic hub for all corporate and business support functions with a commercial focus on industry. C&C's unwavering commitment to leading practice standards makes it the driving force behind DEM's strategic commercial lens, business services, financial management, audit, risk, assurance and reporting activities.

What we offer:

• Enjoy opportunities for professional development, training, and career growth.
• Be part of a values driven organisation committed to excellence, safety and integrity.
• Flexible Work Arrangements with options for hybrid working and flexible hours.
• Prime CBD Location on Waymouth Street, close to public transport, cafés and amenities.
• Active People and Culture agenda including Employee Assistance Program, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and DEM social club activities.
• We are a White Ribbon Accredited workplace that promotes gender equality and a zero tolerance of violence in the workplace.

Key Selection Criteria:

Please only address the dot points listed below in your application:

• Experience in the delivery of a comprehensive range of financial services, management reporting and budgeting services and processes.
• Experience in the processes involved in the preparation of the annual audited financial statements.
• Experience in the use of computerised accounting and financial systems and PC based software applications including undertaking the extraction and manipulation of data from entity-based data warehouse facilities and developing and disseminating system documentation and training.
• Experience in the use of spreadsheets to prepare budgets and financial statements, conduct variance analysis on budgeted, estimated and actual results and use reporting systems to extract and prepare financial information and analysis work.
• A detailed knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, Treasurer’s Instructions,  financial management principles, financial analysis and management reporting techniques and their application in a Government organisation.
• Ability to understand the needs of diverse customers/stakeholders and successfully balance their competing demands.
• Ability to communicate, verbally and in written form, effectively with a wide range of people, adapting style to match the audience and the situation.

Qualifications:

Essential: Relevant degree qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or equivalent.

Remuneration:

Classification: ASO6
$105,747 to $111,854 per annum (plus superannuation)
Full time role
Working 37.5 hours per week.
Term vacancy until 21 July 2028

Special Conditions:

• Appointment may be subject to a satisfactory Screening Check.
• Some out of hours work may be required during peak financial reporting periods.
• The incumbent is expected to uphold the ethical behaviour and professional integrity standards of the South Australian Public Sector.

Enquiries:

Kerryn Verner
Manager Financial Management and Reporting
Phone: (08) 8429 4343
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions:

Applicants are required to submit:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Written application of no more than two pages addressing the key selection criteria above
• Three current referees

All applicants are required to complete and submit a Pre-Employment Declaration.

Applications close: 06/08/2026 11:30 PM

Attachments:
- ASO6 Management Accountant P46522- Role Statement .docx
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf

Flexibility Statement
The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.