Strategic Finance Leader

3 days ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Talent International Full time

Opportunity for a Strategic Finance Leader with NSW Government

Talent International is actively recruiting for a Strategic Finance Leader for a respected NSW Government client based in Sydney. This 5-month contract role offers the chance to work at the heart of financial governance with potential for extension.

Role Overview:

  • Location: Sydney, NSW
  • Contract Length: 5 months, with a possibility of extension
  • Hours: Max 8 hours per day / 40 hours per week

Role Purpose: This critical role focuses on delivering technical accounting advice, ensuring adherence to compliance standards, and aligning financial policies and governance across a large Cluster. You'll work closely with diverse teams and senior executives to drive excellence in accounting practices and financial management.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Lead the implementation of new and revised standards and policies to ensure compliance across Agencies.
  • Maintain integrity in accounting principles and ensure decisions are well-documented across a complex Cluster.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze complex transactions.
  • Develop transactions in compliance with standard policies and effective financial controls.
  • Offer expert technical accounting advice to executives for compliant financial management.
  • Deliver training and lead workshops on both new and existing accounting standards.
  • Exemplify leadership behaviors to drive outcomes for clients, communities, and teams.

Essential Requirements:

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience in accounting

Why This Role? This position is ideal for experienced professionals eager to make a significant impact within government finance. As part of Talent International, you'll receive unparalleled support, a dynamic work environment, and an opportunity to work with a prestigious client.

This Senior Manager Accounting Policy Advisory role comes with a salary range of $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.



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