Team Leader Financial Services

Department of Treasury and Finance
Job reference: 856672
Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE
Job status: Short Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to Everyone

A Treasury career that’s so much more than numbers, Imagine that.

What We Offer

• Work that matters—impact that shapes South Australia’s future
• Flexible working arrangements that support life and career
• Salary packaging options
• Discounted gym membership
• Supportive learning & career development
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

Remuneration: ASO6 ($105,747 - $111,854 p.a) + 12% Super

About Us

Picture a career that’s more than numbers. At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), we’re building a world-class Treasury for South Australia—one that’s innovative, collaborative, and future-focused.

For over 120 years, Super SA has supported South Australian public sector employees to build financial security for their future. As a branch of the Department of Treasury and Finance, we are trusted to deliver reliable, member‑focused superannuation services that genuinely make a difference. Our people are at the heart of our success, working in a positive, inclusive and supportive environment where expertise is valued, collaboration is encouraged, and meaningful work is delivered every day.

We’re South Australia’s lead agency for economic, digital, and financial policy outcomes. Our work touches every corner of the state, from enabling frontline services to driving digital transformation. And we do it all with one purpose: to make life better for the people who call South Australia home.

Why This Role Matters

Your leadership will help Super SA deliver accurate, timely and trusted financial services that support the financial wellbeing of its members. By strengthening financial controls, improving systems and processes, and developing a capable and collaborative team, you will help deliver services that support South Australian public sector employees to build a secure financial future.

About The Opportunity

As Team Leader Financial Services, you will lead the Financial Services team within Super SA’s Finance Directorate, bringing together people leadership, financial expertise and continuous improvement. You will:

• Lead and develop a collaborative team that delivers accurate, timely and efficient financial services.
• Strengthen financial controls and ensure month-end reconciliations are delivered to agreed timeframes.
• Oversee general ledger activities, financial reporting and reconciliations across key financial and administration systems.
• Turn complex financial data into clear insights, reports and practical recommendations to support informed decision-making.
• Lead improvements to financial procedures, systems and processes to enable better ways of working.
• Build trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders to deliver shared financial outcomes.

About You

You are an inclusive and confident leader who enjoys making sense of complexity, supporting people to grow and delivering work others can rely on. You will bring:

• Strong accounting knowledge, supported by a relevant qualification or equivalent practical experience.
• The ability to analyse complex financial information and turn it into clear, actionable insights.
• Experience leading finance professionals and creating a collaborative, high-performing team.
• Sound judgement and a solutions-focused approach to financial challenges and improvement opportunities.
• The ability to balance competing priorities while delivering accurate, high-quality outcomes on time.
• Clear communication skills and a talent for building trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.

Why Join Us

Picture huge impact for South Australia and all who live here. Lead a high-performing team at Super SA, where your expertise will help shape the financial future of thousands of South Australian public sector employees. You'll tackle complex, meaningful work, influence continuous improvement, and work alongside good people in a collaborative and supportive culture. This is an opportunity to drive change, develop others, and contribute to a world-class Treasury delivering better outcomes for South Australia.

Application Instructions

Click ‘Apply Now’ to:

1. Submit your current CV
2. Submit a Cover Letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role.
3. Complete and attach the Pre-Employment Declaration to your application.

Special Conditions 

Refer to the Role Statement for the key selection criteria and special conditions.

Enquiries
Waqas Aamir
Email: *********@sa.gov.au

Diversity & Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities and lived experiences.

If you have accessibility needs or would like us to make any adjustments at any stage of the process — such as receiving interview questions in advance or accessing materials in alternative formats — please let us know. We’re happy to work with you to put the right supports in place.

Aboriginal Employment Program

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged, but not required, to join the SA Public Sector Aboriginal Employment Register. The register provides optional support and access to employment opportunities across the SA.

Applications close: 17/09/2026 11:45 PM

Attachments:
- Pre-Employment-Declaration_240522.pdf
- Role Statement - ASO6 Team Leader Financial Services.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.