Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.

Salary range negotiable depending on skills and experience
Rostered Day Off - 19 Day Month
Leaseback Vehicle + On-Site Parking
Fitness Passport + Flexible working arrangement

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.

Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

The Role

Reporting to the Director Corporate Services and based in Windsor NSW, the CFO is responsible for the planning, implementation and management of all financial activities of Council including financial performance, whilst ensuring these activities align with best practice and satisfy legislative obligation. It is the direct responsibility of the CFO to effectively lead and develop the teams within the Financial Services Branch, which include the Payroll and Accounts Payable, Rates and Revenue, Accounting Services and Procurement teams.

About You

You will have extensive experience in a senior finance role preparing budgets, annual financial statements and long-term financial plans within a complex organisation. You will have demonstrated experience in advising senior executives and boards on finance strategy, change management and business improvement to support organisational goals. You will be an adept leader with proven experience leading multi-disciplinary teams and have a tertiary qualification in finance/accounting and be an Accredited Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) / Associate Chartered Accountant (ACA).

Please refer to the position description for further information, which can be located at www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au (by navigating to Careers>Job Vacancies).

The Rewards

Here at Hawkesbury Council, we are proud of the team culture we continue to build across our organisation and we are pleased to highlight the many benefits to working here, including:

Great working environment
Monthly Rostered Day Off
Paid Parental Leave
Flexible work arrangements
Tertiary Education Assistance
Health and Wellbeing Program
Long Service Leave after 5 years
15-days sick leave
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Fitness Passport or Corporate Rate Gym Membership - Oasis Leisure Centre
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply

For further position details, including the selection criteria and to apply, visit our website www.hawkesbury.nsw.gov.au or call Council’s People and Development Team on 02 4560 4444.

Applications close Sunday, 23rd March, 2025

Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position and previous applicants need not apply.

Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.

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