Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its Executive Leadership Team and lead Council’s financial management, budgeting and strategic financial planning.

Palm Island Aboriginal Shire Council is entering a significant period of growth, investment and opportunity. With major infrastructure projects, grant-funded initiatives and long-term investment programs underway, this is an opportunity to influence decisions that will shape the future of the organisation and community.

As Chief Financial Officer, you won't just oversee financial management-you'll help shape the future of one of Australia's most unique and culturally significant communities. Working alongside the CEO, Mayor, Councillors and Executive Leadership Team, you'll play a key role in guiding strategic decisions, strengthening long-term financial sustainability and supporting initiatives that create lasting benefits for the Palm Island community.

About the Role 

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is a critical strategic leadership role with whole of organisation influence. As Council’s principal financial steward, the CFO provides authoritative advice to the Chief Executive Officer, Mayor and Councillors and plays a central role in shaping Council’s strategic direction, long term financial sustainability and governance assurance.

The role is responsible for aligning financial strategy with Council’s Corporate Plan, Long Term Financial Plan, Asset Management Plans, Capital Works Program and significant grant funded activities. Beyond finance, the CFO contributes as a trusted executive partner across service delivery, infrastructure investment and organisational transformation.

Ready to lead with purpose?

Join us and help shape a stronger financial future for Palm Island while creating lasting community impact.

Submit your resume and cover letter addressing the key responsibilities via Seek Applications close: 31 July 2026, unless filled prior.

https://au.seek.com/job/93106290

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