- Senior finance and governance leadership role
- Drive financial sustainability, risk and compliance
- Make a meaningful impact in access to justice
The Position
Westjustice (Western Community Legal Centre) is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary to play a critical leadership role in strengthening the financial sustainability, governance and operational effectiveness of a leading community legal organisation.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and working closely with the Board, the Chief Financial Officer & Company Secretary plays a pivotal role in strengthening Westjustice’s financial sustainability, governance framework and operational effectiveness.
This senior, hands‑on position combines strategic oversight with operational delivery and is a key member of the executive leadership team. Responsibilities include leading financial strategy, budgeting, forecasting and reporting; overseeing audit, risk and compliance; supporting funding models and grant acquittals; and acting as Company Secretary, including Board and sub‑committee support, governance processes and statutory compliance.
The role also contributes to organisational strategy, capability building and continuous improvement, supporting Westjustice’s mission and long‑term impact.
The Organisation
Westjustice advances social justice and human rights by providing free legal assistance, systemic advocacy and community education to people experiencing disadvantage in Melbourne’s west.
Westjustice works closely with communities facing entrenched disadvantage and partners with government, courts and the community sector to improve justice outcomes. The organisation is values‑driven and committed to equity, collaboration and impact.
Westjustice is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disability and people with lived experience of disadvantage.
We recognise that skills and experience may be gained in many ways and encourage applicants who may not meet every requirement to apply.
For more information on the organisation visit:
https://www.westjustice.org.au
Applications close: 3 April 2026
To apply: please visit https://futureleadership.com.au/opportunities/westjustice-chief-financial-officer-company-secretary/ and click on 'Apply Now', using reference WJSccs0326, addressing your cover letter and resume to Peter Barber of Future Leadership™, or call 1300 347 437 for further information.
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