CFO - Catholic Congregation

1 week ago

Kensington New South Wales, Australia Bitforge Consulting Full time $250,000 - $300,000 per year

CFO – Catholic Congregation -Australian Province

  • Full time circa $250,000 package
  • Eastern Suburbs
  • WFH and flexible work arrangement

As the CFO you will work with the Provincial Superior and Provincial Council in managing the finances of the Australian Province.

About Us

This faith based organisation is the Australian Province of an international society that provides ministries across Australia including ministry work in education, seniors living, prisons and spirituality. It also supports a community of religious priests and brothers.

The Role

The primary purpose of the CFO is to be accountable to the Provincial Superior for the financial affairs of the Australian Province.

About You

You will be able to meet most the following selection criteria:

  1. Relevant post- secondary qualifications and/ or significant comparable experience in business administration and accounting (CA or CPA) - must have;
  2. Experience providing high level strategic advice, effective planning and sound management for the Province in matters pertaining to finance, investments, property, audit and risk, human resources and third party ICT providers;
  3. Experience in developing strategic investment plans including strategies to secure sustainable revenue streams;
  4. Experience managing organisational risk including developing risk management strategies and adequate insurance portfolios;
  5. Significant experience in financial management including managing multiple entity accounts, annual budgets, financial statements, audits and budgets;
  6. Experience overseeing compliance including without limitation BAS, GST, FBT, PAYG, franking credits, ATO, ASIC and ACNC lodgements;
  7. Experience overseeing and administering third party ICT services agreements;
  8. Experience overseeing policies and procedures including those relating to human resources and WHS;
  9. Proven capacity to influentially lead and promote a positive organisational culture that fosters and supports the mission of the organisation;
  10. Demonstrated commitment to service and a willingness to be accountable for performance;
  11. Ability to operate with discretion and maintain strict confidentiality;
  12. High level skills in contemporary computer applications including the Microsoft Office suite;
  13. A demonstrated commitment to the mission of the Catholic Church.

Benefits of working with us

As an employer that genuinely values our staff, we offer:

  • A competitive salary that recognises your qualifications and experience;
  • Flexible work arrangements including the option to Work from Home and the office subject to operational demands;
  • A challenging and diverse role that makes a significant contribution to Catholic mission in Australia;

From our end:

Applicants for the position should include:

  • A Cover letter (max 2 pages) explaining why you are interested in the role and explain how your experience and capabilities align with the selection criteria in relation to undertaking this role; and
  • Curriculum Vitae

If you would like to apply or to have a confidential chat about the role, please email or contact Susan Hatcher on

Applications close on Friday 17 October 2024.

If you are interested, please don't delay. Apply now as applications will be reviewed as they are received and we may close an advertisement prior to any disclosed close date.

Only candidates with the right to live and work in Australia should apply. No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agency contacts please.