Team Leader

Lead our Financial Planning and Analysis Team

• Lead a high-performing team within the Finance, Property & Performance Division.
• Drive financial planning and analysis functions aligned with strategic objectives.
• Engage with various business departments to enhance decision-making and business strategy.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centric service delivery.

About Sutherland Shire Council

Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to serving our community through effective governance and high-quality services. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that values diverse perspectives and experiences.

As part of our commitment to excellence, we are seeking a skilled Team Leader for our Financial Planning and Analysis team to help drive strategic initiatives and support our organisational objectives.

About The Role

The Team Leader for Financial Planning and Analysis will manage a specialist team, ensuring that financial planning functions adhere to the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework. This role involves overseeing annual budget development, conducting quarterly budget reviews, and facilitating long-term financial planning initiatives.

In this position, you will collaborate closely with various business departments, providing financial insights and tools that enhance decision-making processes. You will be responsible for developing best practise reports and financial models to support strategic business decisions and assess key risks and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Financial Planning and Analysis team, aligning goals with Council objectives.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and customer-centric service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Council policies and industry best practises in budget management.
• Foster strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide expert financial advice to the Chief Financial Officer and other leadership groups.
• Support team members' professional development through training and mentoring.

Who We're Looking For

The ideal candidate for this position will possess a strong background in financial planning and analysis, with proven experience in business partnering and leading high-performing teams. You will have a track record of developing strategies that anticipate changing environments and drive effective decision-making.

• Full membership of CPA Australia or CAANZ.
• Demonstrated experience in financial business partnering services.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills in customer service-focused teams.
• Excellent organisational and communication abilities.
• Technical accounting skills relevant to the role.

Join our Team and Grow with Us

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council

• Apply by responding to our online application questions and submitting your resume outlining why we are a great fit
• Get your application in by 11.59pm: Sunday 1st October 2025
• Interview date:
  Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date
• Package:
  Competitive salary will be negotiated with the successful candidate
• Hours of work:
  Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19-day month through Council's flex system.
• To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.

Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.