Assets Lead

South Australian Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF); Adelaide; On-site; AUD 125,649 - 130,392; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work that matters—impact that shapes South Australia’s future

Flexible working arrangements

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym membership

Employee Assistance Program for family

Job summary

The South Australian Department of Treasury and Finance (DTF) is looking for an Assets Lead to join the Finance Reform Program, a significant initiative running until late 2027. This role involves modernising government asset management and improving financial integrity through the implementation of Oracle Fusion.

Key responsibilities include leading solution development, shaping best-practice financial processes, and advising on asset accounting. Successful candidates will have a strong background in complex financial environments and a passion for process improvement.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in complex financial or accounting environments.
• Extensive knowledge of current accounting policies across the SA Government.
• Enjoys solving problems and translating business needs into practical solutions.
• Communicates confidently and builds trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience contributing to or leading complex projects or reform initiatives.
• Thrives in collaborative, fast-paced environments with multiple priorities.
• Motivated by improving systems, processes, and outcomes at scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead asset‑related design and solution development within a major finance transformation.
• Shape standardised, best‑practice financial processes for SA Government agencies.
• Partner with agencies, program teams, and vendors for future‑focused solutions.
• Provide expert advice on asset accounting and practices.
• Drive process improvement, efficiency, and system‑enabled automation.

Skills

Experience in complex financial or accounting environments

Knowledge of accounting policies and processes across SA Government

Problem-solving and translating business needs

Strong communication skills

Leading complex projects or reform initiatives

Collaborative work in fast-paced environments

Motivated by improving systems and processes

Job description

We are currently seeking applications for an Assets Lead to join the Finance Reform Program (FRP) with Department of Treasury & Finance. The project is underway and will run through until late 2027.

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
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

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.

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

The Government’s primary financial management system Masterpiece, used by most SA Government agencies excluding SA Health, is over 30 years old and nearing the end of its service life. The Finance Reform Program is leading a major initiative to replace it with Oracle Fusion and implement best practice processes. This transformation will significantly change how finance functions are performed across agencies and affect a wide range of stakeholders, including finance, ICT, and operations teams.

This role sits at the heart of a once‑in‑a‑generation financial transformation. Your work will help modernise how government manages assets, strengthen financial integrity, and support better decision‑making across South Australia’s public sector.

About the Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to play a lead role in one of South Australia’s most significant finance transformations.

In this role, you will:

• Lead asset‑related design and solution development within a major whole‑of‑government finance transformation and Oracle Fusion Implementation
• Shape standardised, best‑practice financial processes that will be used across SA Government agencies
• Partner with agencies, program teams and vendors to deliver practical, future‑focused solutions
• Provide expert advice on asset accounting and practices
• Drive process improvement, efficiency and system‑enabled automationContribute to policies, procedures and ways of working that support long‑term reform outcomes

Remuneration

ASO8 ($125,649 - $130,392 p.a.) + 12% Superannuation

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Brings strong experience in complex financial or accounting environments
• Has extensive knowledge of current accounting policies, processes and requirements across the SA Government.
• Enjoys solving problems and translating business needs into practical solutions
• Communicates confidently and builds trusted relationships with diverse stakeholders
• Has experience contributing to, or leading, complex projects or reform initiatives
• Thrives in collaborative, fast‑paced environments with multiple priorities
• Is motivated by improving systems, processes and outcomes at scale

Diversity & Inclusion

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

If you need any adjustments at any stage — such as receiving interview questions in advance or accessing materials in alternative formats — we’re here to support you.

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 SA.

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.