The Department for Child Protection is seeking a Manager, Performance and Finance to join our Adelaide-based Finance and Corporate Services directorate. This is a pivotal leadership role where your financial expertise will directly contribute to improving outcomes for children, young people and families across South Australia.
You will shape strategic financial planning, lead improvement initiatives and provide trusted, evidence-based advice that guides key decisions across the department. Your influence will help secure strong financial foundations that support meaningful impact in the community.
In this role, you will
- Lead strategic financial planning, budgeting and reporting to inform major decisions
- Oversee high-level forecasting, analysis and financial submissions
- Drive financial improvement projects and lead the development of business cases
- Provide expert advice to executive leaders, the Minister and key stakeholders
- Manage the administration of Carer Payments and associated financial systems
To be successful
You are a senior financial leader with sharp judgement, strategic insight and the confidence to navigate complex financial environments. Your communication skills allow you to influence at senior levels, build trust quickly and clearly articulate financial risks, opportunities and reform options.
You bring demonstrated experience in financial planning, accounting and reporting functions, and the capability to lead multiple complex projects under broad direction. You are adept at driving change, guiding teams through ambiguity and creating clarity through strong leadership.
Your leadership approach nurtures a positive, high-performing culture where staff feel supported, valued and equipped to deliver accurate, timely and strategic financial outcomes aligned to departmental priorities.
If you’re ready to apply your expertise where it truly matters, we welcome your application.