Long Term Contract

About the Role
We are seeking a highly organised and movtivated Finance Officer to join the EPA Finance Team. This role is accountable to the Principal Adviser Finance for the provision of external licencee customer support and revenue capture. The role contributes to the internal financial integrity and reporting, while providing support to the finance team and internal customers.

The Finance Officer is responsible for preparing monthly journals and reconciliations to ensure accurate and up-to-date financial records. This includes processing, reviewing, and assisting with the collection of levies and fees for EPA licence holders, as well as handling refunds when necessary. In addition, the Finance Officer plays an important role in contributing to the monthly data integrity processes, ensuring that all financial data is accurate and consistent. Another key responsibility is assisting with finance system access management and providing system (BASWARE, COGNOS) training to EPA staff. The Finance Officer also assists to manage credit card access and provides staff support to address any financial-related queries or issues.

The role involves assisting with the management and reporting of debt collection, ensuring timely and accurate tracking of outstanding debts. Additionally, the Finance Officer contributes to the preparation of Fringe Benefits Tax returns and plays a vital role in the annual asset stocktake and capital planning processes. Finally, the Finance Officer supports the preparation of statutory reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and contributing to accurate financial reporting.

About Us
The Environment Protection Authority (EPA) is South Australia’s independent environment protection regulator. The organisation works to protect, restore and improve the environment through the risk-based regulation of pollution, waste, noise and radiation. The EPA works closely with industry, the community and government to protect the unique natural environment while supporting economic growth and improving wellbeing. The EPA is responsible for the administration of the Environment Protection Act 1993 (EP Act) and the Radiation Protection and Control Act 2021 (RPC Act) and also exercises responsibilities under other South Australian planning and environmental legislation.

What the EPA Offers
The EPA boasts a range of different flexible working arrangements which include flexitime (flexible start and finish times), working from home, compressed weeks and purchased leave.

The EPA understands that there is more to life than working and as such prioritise people first. We want our employees to feel that their working needs will be met in this modern and ever-evolving working landscape.

Desirable Qualifications
Recognised degree level qualification in Accounting or Accounting related discipline (majoring in Accounting)

Remuneration
ASO4 ($76,561- $80,256 per annum) + 11.5% super added to your choice of super fund.

Location
211 Victoria Square, Adelaide 5000

Enquiries
Protima Patra Biswas
Principal Advisor Finance
Email: [email protected]

Application Instructions
All applications must be submitted online. Please submit a covering letter of no more than 1500 words describing your suitability for the role by addressing the selection criteria in the Role Statement. Please also include a current curriculum vitae with three (3) referees, a Pre-Employment Declaration, and a copy of your qualification/s as required in the Role Statement.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.