Associate Director, Finance and Bonds

Attorney-General's Department; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

The Attorney‑General’s Department (AGD) in South Australia seeks an Associate Director, Finance and Bonds to lead the Finance and Residential Bonds Branch, delivering financial stewardship, performance, assurance and modernised services.

Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner Business Services and Transformation, the role provides strategic influence across budgeting, risk, and service delivery, shaping sound financial decisions for CBS and the department.

Job description

Classification: SSM1
Salary Range: $144,421 + Superannuation
Duration: Ongoing
Vacancy Type: Full Time
Number of Positions Available: 1
Closing Date: 11:30pm, Tuesday 27 October 2026

About the Opportunity

Shape financial sustainability and residential bonds services in a newly created executive role with broad strategic influence.

As Associate Director, Finance and Bonds, you will lead Finance and Residential Bonds Branch, bringing together financial stewardship, organisational performance, assurance and the delivery of residential bonds services.

This is a newly created role with genuine strategic influence. You will report to Assistant Commissioner Business Services and Transformation and work closely with the Commissioner and all CBS Executive, providing advice on complex financial, operational, risk and service delivery matters.

Key areas of focus for the position will include:

Lead financial sustainability and stewardship:
Set the strategic direction for financial management, budgeting, reporting and resource allocation, with oversight of significant financial obligations and the financial frameworks.

Strengthen assurance, accountability and confidence:
Lead the controls, risk, audit, assurance and performance arrangements that underpin regulatory integrity and responsible administration of public resources.

Lead the strategic direction of Residential Bonds:
Oversee residential bonds administration and service delivery, balancing legislative requirements, operational effectiveness, customer outcomes and stakeholder confidence while driving service modernisation and system improvement.

Set direction and mobilise capability:
Lead the Manager, Finance and Manager, Residential Bonds and their specialist teams by setting priorities, directing resources and building the capability.

Your expertise across financial management, budgeting, reporting, forecasting and resource management will be central to shaping sound financial decisions, strengthening sustainability and supporting the organisation’s broader strategic priorities.

This opportunity will suit a senior leader who thrives in complexity and brings experience leading financial, corporate or public sector functions.

About the Business

The Attorney‑General’s Department (AGD) is a key portfolio within the South Australian Government, employing more than 1,900 staff. AGD delivers high‑level legal services and advice to Ministers and government agencies, provides specialist policy support, oversees regulation and compliance functions, and delivers essential services directly to the community.

Consumer and Business Services (CBS) is a division of the Attorney‑General’s Department and is responsible for protecting consumers, supporting and regulating businesses and recording significant life events for South Australians. CBS is customer focused and flexible in its activities, providing accessible information and services.

Employment is dependent upon a National Police Certificate clearance that the AGD finds satisfactory. Successful applicants will be provided further information if an interview is requested. Forms are not to be lodged directly with SA Police (SAPOL) under any circumstances and any fees incurred by applicants in doing so will not be recoverable from the AGD.

Some out of hours work may be required.

Some interstate and intrastate travel may be required.

Additional Notes

The Attorney-General’s Department values workplace diversity and is committed to providing a supportive, inclusive and respectful work environment.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People and 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 via the contact above or our website https://www.agd.sa.gov.au/ .