Cfo

3 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Public Sector People Full time

This is a permanent position
- Paying $230k Inclusive of Super
- Reports to: Director Corporate Services

**About the Role**

**Supervises**:Directly: 4 / Indirectly: 14

**North Sydney Council is looking for their next new CFO**

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) has responsibility for planning, implementing, and managing all financial activities of Council. This includes the evaluation of financial performance to improve operations and delivery of cost efficiency and an outstanding customer experience through the provision of competent and timely financial advisory services to the Executive Leadership Team and Council.

The primary purpose is to provide visionary financial leadership and strategic direction, driving the development and execution of financial policies and strategies that support Council's vision, goals, and objectives. The role is integral in fostering fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability within the organisation, while also ensuring the optimal allocation of resources to enhance service delivery to the community.

**SELECTION CRITERIA**
- A bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting or a related field is required;
- Proven experience as a CFO or in a senior financial leadership role, with a thorough understanding Local Government in NSW or capacity to rapidly acquire the knowledge.
- Significant demonstrated experience in providing strategic advice to an executive and/or board.
- Demonstrated experience in creating high performing culture within teams.
- Demonstrated experience leading major projects including financial system implementations.
- Demonstrated experience in providing financial leadership and developing comprehensive financial strategies to drive the financial success of organisations.
- Demonstrated experience in developing business cases, feasibility studies and investment analysis for projects.
- Strong expertise in financial planning, budgeting and forecasting, including the ability to create and manage complex budgets to support strategic planning and resource allocation.
- Extensive knowledge of financial regulations and accounting standards, with demonstrated ability to ensure compliance and mitigate financial risk effectively.
- Proven experience in building and leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, growth and accountability.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage and motivate team members.
- Commitment to driving financial efficiency and innovation through process improvements and the adoption of modern practices.
- Dedication to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and transparency in all financial operations and reporting.
- MBA or CPA/CA qualification is highly desirable Post graduate qualification.

Closing Date: 21/02/2024

If you are a people person with a strategic mind and a passion for leadership with a proven track record of driving team success, we want to hear from you

Please note, recruitment activity will begin prior to the closing date.


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