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Senior Finance Business Partner

South Australia Police · Adelaide, SA 5000

Hiring organisation
South Australia Police
Location
Adelaide, SA 5000
Employment
Contract
Salary
$102,171–$108,071 pa
Posted
27 July 2026
Closing date
3 August 2026
Source checked
29 July 2026

About this role

Term full-time vacancy up to 24 months. Business Service provides corporate management of financial, asset and information resources and service delivery of expiation notice processing, exhibit property management, vehicle impounding and information release. Core functions of Business Service include: • Processing expiation notices issued by SAPOL members and outside agencies. • Financial management services. • Creating, maintaining, storing and releasing of information essential to SAPOL's mission of reducing crime and serving the community. • Management of SAPOL's physical assets including fleet, property and facilities. • Procurement and contract management services. • Service management of contractual arrangements between SAPOL and Shared Services SA in relation to payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable and taxation. Business Service operates to provide an effective, professional service for all customers (internal and external). Financial Management Services Branch provides financial services to external and internal clients and co-ordinates financial management within SAPOL including: • Corporate Budget and Resource Planning • Maintain the management of the Treasury function. • Strategic Financial Management Reporting and Systems. • Capital Planning and Management (in conjunction with Physical Asset Services Branch) • Accounting Policy • Financial Improvement • Financial Controls The Senior Financial Reporting Officer, is accountable to the Manager, Financial Control for the provision of comprehensive financial accounting services to ensure the financial statements are reviewed and prepared in accordance with the Australian Accounting Standards and Public Finance and Audit Act and ensuring financial policies and procedures are documented, providing the appropriate level of controls to allow the sign off of financial statements within the required timeframe. The position also performs account management function, provides expert advice on financial control and compliance issues and monitors the Administered items budget/actuals. The position also contributes to the preparation of budget submissions, assists with financial forecasting and preparing concise, relevant, accurate and timely reports and analyses for financial reporting, budget monitoring, planning, performance management and decision making purposes relating to Administered items. Special Conditions • The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check. • The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent. • Some out of hours work and intra/interstate travel may be required. • The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program. Salary ASO6 - $102,171 - $108,071 per annum. Enquiries Nick Ruotolo (08) 7322 4054 nick.ruotolo@police.sa.gov.au Application Instructions All applications must be submitted online. Applicants must submit a covering letter (two pages) addressing the essential minimum requirements of the role outlined in the Position Information Document, a current resume and the contact information of three referees including your current line manager. Applicants external to SAPOL must complete an RF2099 Pre-Employment Declaration Form and submit this with their application. South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees. Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future. To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples. South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply. The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. --> -->

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