This is a ASO5 - Finance Support Officer role with Department for Education, South Australia based in Adelaide, SA, AU Department for Education, South Australia Role Seniority - mid level More about the ASO5 - Finance Support Officer role at Department for Education, South Australia Department for Education Job reference: 837985 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Ongoing Eligibility: Open to Everyone Why work with us Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About The Role The Finance Support Officer provides high-level advice and assistance to schools on financial management matters. Operating as part of the Department for Education’s Finance Support team, the role responds to queries from site-based staff and ensures compliance with departmental financial policies and procedures and external reporting requirements. The position contributes to continuous improvement of financial processes and supports training and development initiatives for site finance staff. Qualifications Essential: Nil Desirable: Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, or related discipline. Special conditions The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description. Remuneration ASO5 $85,790 - $95,413 per annum (1.0 FTE) superannuation (12%) and leave loading Enquiries Enquiries can be directed to Timothy Burton, Assistant Director, Financial Accounting, via tel: (08) 8226 1158 or email: timothy.burton@sa.gov.au Application instructions Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Note Multiple full-time (1.0 FTE) ongoing roles available. Applications close: 22/03/2026 11:30 PM Attachments ASO5 Finance Support Officer Financial Accounting and Compliance PD Feb 2026.pdf Application Cover Sheet - PSAct.pdf How to Apply PS Act guidelines.pdf VL233 Pre-employment declaration.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. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department for Education, South Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Providing financial advice ✅ Ensuring compliance Supporting continuous improvement Key Strengths Financial management Compliance knowledge Training and development Relevant tertiary qualifications A Final Note: This is a role with Department for Education, South Australia not with Hatch.
