Director Corporate Services and Chief Financial Officer

2 weeks ago

Northern QLD, Australia Leading Roles Full time $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Director Corporate Services & Chief Financial Officer| Whitsunday Regional Council

Location: Proserpine | Remuneration: Executive contract

  • Lead transformation.
  • Strengthen strategy.
  • Shape a high-performing regional council.

Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking a senior executive to lead its Corporate Services directorate and fulfil the statutory role of Chief Financial Officer. This is a strategic and operational leadership role at the centre of a council that is focused on modernising its corporate functions, strengthening long-term financial planning and building capability across the organisation.

Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Director will lead a broad portfolio, including:

  • Financial strategy, reporting and long-term sustainability
  • Governance, risk and corporate policy
  • ICT systems reform, with a focus on improving TechnologyOne integration
  • Procurement transformation and fleet optimisation
  • Strategic oversight of facilities and corporate assets

You will drive operational improvement and lead a team of professionals committed to high performance and service excellence. You'll also act as a key adviser to the CEO and work closely with elected members, funding agencies and regulators.

Why this role matters

This is a pivotal appointment. The Director will restore confidence in Council's corporate systems, lift the performance of key service areas and ensure financial decision-making is based on trusted information and long-term strategy.

You will help deliver the internal capability that supports infrastructure investment, community services and regional growth. Your leadership will directly influence the way Council governs, invests and delivers for its communities. It's a chance to lead from the centre, build trust across the organisation and leave a legacy of capability, accountability and impact.

The ideal candidate will bring:

  • Executive leadership experience in complex public sector or infrastructure environments
  • A track record of financial reform, budget leadership and enterprise systems improvement
  • Strong political and stakeholder acumen, with experience engaging Councillors, Boards or Ministers
  • Deep capability in governance, risk and procurement
  • A collaborative and decisive leadership style that lifts performance and builds trust
  • CPA/CA accreditation and relevant tertiary qualifications; postgraduates highly regarded

You'll join an experienced executive leadership team and be expected to lead with clarity, confidence and strategic focus. Your influence will be felt across the organisation and region.

How to Apply

Please visit  to download the applicant pack and view the position description and selection criteria before submitting your application.

Applications close 5pm Monday 1 September 2025.

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