We are currently seeking applications for a Treasury Analyst, to join South Australian Government Financing Authority (SAFA) at The Department of Treasury & Finance.

Remuneration:  ASO4 – Salary Range ($75,430 – 79,070 p.a.).

About us:

At the Department of Treasury and Finance we work together to ensure South Australia is a thriving, prosperous state now and into the future.

We are the lead agency for economic, social and financial policy outcomes. We play a vital role in providing financial services to the community and economic and fiscal policy advice to the Government of South Australia.

Our culture is one that welcomes all and we embrace flexibility and embrace diversity. We believe people are our most valuable asset, so we work to support the skills, knowledge and capability of our staff.

SAFA is the central financing authority, captive insurer and manager of the passenger and light commercial fleet operations for the Government of South Australia. It also provides extensive financial and commercial advisory services to the South Australian public sector.

SAFA plays an integral role in the overall management of the State Government's finances and risks, harnessing economies of scale and expertise in financial and insurance markets to provide a range of treasury, insurance, commercial advisory and vehicle fleet management services.

About the opportunity:

Supporting the three key Financial Markets and Client Services (FMCS) functions (Markets, Strategy and Clients) and all FMCS leaders with designated allocation to one function while supporting the other functions (with the potential for periodic rotations across the functions at management’s discretion).

The Treasury Analyst reports to the Manager of the FMCS function where the incumbent is allocated (Markets, Strategy, Clients);

Markets - managing cash and liquidity while supporting the overall operation of the balance sheet and markets management, including issuance management and constructive markets relationships.

Strategy - administer and support the development of the strategic funding plan incorporating ESG strategies/considerations, to achieve SAFA objectives within policy and stakeholder defined risk appetite. This includes a holistic balance sheet management approach, markets/credit/economic/regulatory analysis & reporting, constructive markets relationships management and progression of suitable policy changes.

Clients – supporting and managing client relationships including product development/management and client funding (collaboration on strategic funding plan while supporting the unwinding of hedges and management of near term maturities) to achieve SAFA objectives within policy and stakeholder defined risk appetite. This includes a holistic balance sheet management approach, constructive client relationships management and progression of suitable policy changes.

Key Challenges of the role are in supporting the maintenance of funding access while conservatively funding the SA public sector with judicious management of consequent risks with consideration of clients’ cost of funds, while ensuring SAFA is operating in accordance with proper principles of financial management and with a view to avoiding a loss. In conjunction with managing the complex environment that may come from financial markets activities and risks.

To be successful you will have:

Qualification in economics, finance, commerce, maths and/or relevant discipline.
Proven ability and capability in providing support to staff in the delivery of high-quality services.
Knowledge of ESG in the context of debt capital markets.
Knowledge of balance sheet management with the ability to progressively aggregate and manage risks holistically.
Knowledge and understanding of key funding (refinancing and interest rate risks), liquidity (credit and basis risks) and derivative markets and their associated risks, regulation and other relevant policy frameworks.
Proven ability to build and maintain positive and mutually beneficial relationships with staff, senior managers and stakeholders.
Proven ability to work autonomously under limited direction, use initiative to resolve issues of complexity, and implement effective solutions.
Ability to research and critically analyse complex problems, exercise initiative, and develop, evaluate and negotiate creative strategies, solutions and successful outcomes.
Proven ability to be flexible to ongoing and changing business needs including identifying business enhancements.

What we offer:

Flexible working options
Salary packaging options
Discounted gym membership
Supportive career development opportunities
Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
Be Well Program

For a confidential discussion about the role please contact:

Panel Chair, Treasury Analyst recruitment
[email protected] 
Tel: 08 8522 0866 

Application Instructions:

To be considered, all applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA by clicking Apply and following the instructions.

Applicants are required to submit a Curriculum Vitae and covering letter (no more than two pages) addressing the key selection criteria and demonstrating suitability for the role. You are also required to provide details of 2 referees and complete a pre-employment declaration.

The Department of Treasury and Finance is an Equal Opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us if invited to interview.