Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Finance and Asset Services

Development
Job title Chief Financial Officer Designation Executive Contract Officer 2

Job type Full time Duration Fixed for up to 4 years

Remuneration package $247,170 Location Darwin

Position number 20051 RTF 335429 Closing 30/11/2025

Contact officer Vicki Highland, A/ Chief Operating Officer on 08 8924 3842 or vicki.highland@nt.gov.au

About the agency https://dcdd.nt.gov.au/

Apply online https://jobs.nt.gov.au/Home/JobDetails?rtfId=335429
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.

Primary objective
The Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the executive leadership team, providing leadership and oversight of financial strategy and
operations across the agency and the two government business divisions, Data Centre Services and NT Fleet.

Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide professional, timely and accurate advice to the Chief Executive, Deputy Chief Executives, senior directors, and other key

stakeholders on financial strategy and existing and emerging financial risks to support strategic decision-making and responses.
2. Drive a performance oriented and continuous improvement culture to sustain strong financial stewardship and governance of budget

to meet strategic priorities and ensure the agency meets revenue and/or expenditure targets and compliance obligations.
3. Shape the strategic direction of the agency’s financial framework including oversight of compliance, agency policies, practices and

standards to assure integrity and long-term financial sustainability of the agency's total operations.
4. Provide executive direction and professional leadership to the team and implement strategies to develop a high performing team with

capability, financial literacy and capacity to deliver effective financial advice and services to meet the agency’s needs now and into the
future.

5. Provide effective strategic and operational leadership to the allocation of financial resources in line with strategic objectives and
implement data informed pricing models for the agency and the government business divisions.

6. Drive efficiencies and provide advice in relation to digital and data proficiency through the use of optimised digital tools, data
accessibility and modernised financial systems to enhance the future sustainability and efficient use of financial resources.

Selection criteria
Essential
1. Extensive technical knowledge and experience in accounting and statutory reporting, budgeting and analysis, finance operations and

systems, financial strategy, audit, compliance and governance.
2. High level of strategic thinking and forward planning capability to provide financial planning advice and strategic financial direction to

executive leaders.
3. Strong understanding of public sector frameworks, accountability requirements and policies.
4. Demonstrated capability to identify and manage financial risks, ensuring that the agency is prepared for potential challenges and can

navigate uncertainties and change effectively.
5. Demonstrated leadership, people and change management skills along with a high level of capability to develop diverse, high-

performing teams.
6. Professional communication and stakeholder engagement skills to interact with key senior leaders, influence, negotiate, build

partnerships, and form extensive networks with peer level roles in other agencies to drive best practices and stay informed about
industry trends across the NT and nationwide.

7. Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, business or a related discipline and full membership of a recognised professional
accounting body.

8. Professional work ethic aligned to DCDD’s principles of commitment to services, innovation, ethical practice, accountability,
impartiality, diversity and respect.

Desirable
1. Experience working in the Northern Territory Public Sector or equivalent government entity.

Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A criminal history will
not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is a relevant criminal history. When choosing to apply for this position, the applicant
should consider the full requirements of the position in aligning to their work experience and capabilities to this role. Please refer to the
Capability Framework and visit our website at https://dcdd.nt.gov.au

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