Chief Financial Officer
Core
Principal financial advisor and Responsible Accounting Officer guiding a local government council through growth, ensuring financial sustainability and strategic alignment.
Role type
Senior IC Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
Builds
Long-term financial plans, operational budgets, delivery programs, and capital investment strategies for a local government area.
Domain
Public sector / Local Government / Financial Management
Required skills
Long-term financial planning, budgeting, treasury management, investments, cash flow management, financial risk assessment, capital investment planning, rating strategy, stakeholder management, team leadership, knowledge of NSW Local Government legislation, Australian Accounting Standards, Integrated Planning and Reporting.
Preferred skills
CA or CPA qualification, experience in politically sensitive environments, ability to translate complex financial information.
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Provide expert advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Council on financial sustainability, accounting standards, treasury management, rating strategy, capital investment planning, and financial risk; lead the Finance and Administration function; manage Council's reserves, investments, borrowings, and liquidity; oversee budget review processes including Quarterly Budget Review Statements; build the financial capability of the whole organisation.
Seniority
Senior, strategic leadership