About the Organisation:
At the Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF), you’ll join a high-performing, purpose-driven team helping shape a stronger South Australia. As the State Government’s trusted advisor on fiscal, economic and policy matters, our work guides decisions that impact our state’s future.

Whether you're contributing to the State Budget, shaping policy, or delivering vital financial and corporate services, you'll make a meaningful impact. We offer diverse career pathways, a supportive team culture, and a strong focus on your growth and development. At DTF, your ideas are heard, your contribution is valued, and your work matters.

Within DTF, Shared Services SA helps keep government moving. We deliver essential business and finance services across areas of payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tax and financial accounting, and business systems which enable government agencies to focus on serving the community. From supporting daily operations to driving innovation, your work at Shared Services SA powers the public sector behind the scenes.

What we offer:

Full-time roles, limited part-time opportunities

Weekday work only - Optional weekend overtime

Salary packaging – boost your take-home pay

Fitness Passport – unlimited access to 75+ gyms & pools

Employee Assistance Program – for you and your family

Supportive teams and comprehensive training to support your success

About the role:
You’ll join a government team that provides essential support to the people keeping our state running, from health workers to administrative staff and suppliers. The Payroll, Taxation, AP/AR Officer roles offer an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various financial functions and develop a strong foundation in payroll and finance functions.

Here's what the role can look like depending on where you're placed:

High volume Data entry roles with a strong focus on accuracy and eye for detail.

Finance focused roles dealing with invoices from vendors, payroll related processing and debt collection.

Tax specialist roles supporting a broad range of general accounting support services, collating and analysing tax information and preparing reports.

Supportive service desks answering questions, offering advice, or redirecting queries for resolution.

Click Apply to review the Role Information Statement for more information

About you:
You’ll thrive here if you:

Love numbers, data & transactional work.

Exercise strong attention to detail and possess logical / analytical thinking abilities.

Have excellent time management and great organisational skills.

Can multitask and prioritise tasks effectively.

Enjoy working in a fast paced and ever-changing environment.

Can learn new systems quickly (bonus if you know Chris21, Oracle, Valeo).

Listed below are the types of entry level roles available:

Payroll Officer - Adelaide CBD location

Taxation Officer - Port Adelaide location

Accounts Payable or Receivable Officer (AP/AR) - Port Adelaide location

You must hold full working rights in Australia (more than 6 months validity if you are on a Visa).

How to apply:
Apply now and if shortlisted, you’ll be invited to an Assessment Centre, where you are given a chance to show your strengths in a supportive setting.

If successful, you will join our 12-month talent pool and be considered for future roles.

Click APPLY to view the Role Information Statement and special conditions or contact [email protected] for more information.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTIQA+ community.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment. If you require any additional support, please provide us with details through the application process.

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.