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• Central Adelaide Local Health Network
• Salary: ASO6 - $98,478 - $104,165 p.a. + Superannuation & Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Adelaide SA, 5000
• Full Time, Permanent Role

About the Role

As a Senior Business Financial Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in providing operational financial leadership and consultancy across one of our Programs. This role is responsible for driving the delivery of high-level financial support services, including detailed analysis of service financial performance, patient care activity, expenditure and revenue. You will lead a team of financial professionals while delivering expert advice on Casemix, resource management and financial reporting to support effective decision-making and strategic planning.

Your expertise will also contribute to improving organisational efficiency by reviewing, developing and implementing work practices, policies, financial models, and resource plans. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will ensure financial processes align with organisational goals and enhance service delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to influence financial outcomes and contribute directly to the quality of care provided within the Program.

About You

You are a highly motivated financial professional with strong leadership capability and a commitment to delivering quality financial services. Your ability to communicate complex information clearly, influence stakeholders, and manage competing demands will be critical to your success in this role. You are solutions-focused, resilient under pressure, and dedicated to driving continuous improvement within a dynamic environment.

• Proven ability to lead teams, manage staff performance, and deliver financial services including budgeting, reporting, and analysis.

• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated experience in applying financial legislation, risk management, safety standards, and quality improvement principles.

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Access, and financial systems, with a commitment to customer service and professional development.

About CALHN

At Central Adelaide (CALHN), we’re shaping the future of health through excellence in clinical care, research, and innovation.  As South Australia’s largest health network, we deliver exceptional, safe and connected healthcare—for our patients, our community, and our people.

With more than 17,000 dedicated employees, every day at CALHN presents an opportunity to make a real impact—not because it’s expected, but because our values guide us to be our best.

Join us and be part of a team that’s driven by a commitment to a seamless safe and connected experience for all.

Find out more about our stories , our network, and the opportunities to be part of CALHN.

Benefit of Joining CALHN

At CALHN, we're dedicated to your career satisfaction and wellbeing, offering tailored benefits for healthcare professionals, including:

• Salary Attractions: Flexible options for salary packaging covering living expenses, meal and entertainment allowances, and novated leasing.
• Annual Leave: Enjoy paid recreation leave for essential rejuvenation, with leave loading applied.
• Flexible Work Arrangements: 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.
• Health and Fitness Benefits: Access to Fitness Passport, a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to CALHN staff and their families. 
• Career Opportunities: Explore career growth within the SA Health system with opportunities for skill development and movement across various metropolitan and regional sites. 
• Employee Assistance Program: Confidential counselling and support services are available via our Employee Assistance Program.

Join CALHN for a fulfilling career bolstered by comprehensive benefits and unwavering commitment to your success.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

CALHN 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.

Application Information:

• Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and compliant Immunisation screening as indicated in the role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies or third parties will not be accepted for this position.

Job ref: 907708

Enquiries to:

Wendy Hendricks

Phone: 7117 2407

E-mail: Wendy.Hendricks@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

11:55 pm Friday 18^th July 2025

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information

 ASO6 Senior Financial Consultant Role Description.pdf

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