About Us

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in Australia  and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support. 

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia’s leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you’ll know that each day the work you’re doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.  

About The Team/About The Role

The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for leading the organisation’s finance function and providing strategic and operational financial leadership to support the organisations mission, strategy and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the COO, the CFO is a senior leader who partners closely with the CEO and executive team, budget holders and the Board or relevant Board committees to deliver high-quality financial stewardship, business insight, risk management and compliance.

The role leads the Finance Unit, a team of 9 across finance business partnering, payroll and core finance operations, ensuring the organisation has robust financial controls, accurate reporting, effective planning and a service-oriented finance function.

The CFO is a key contributor to the organisation’s value creation by providing short- and long-term business insights and analysis, driving efficiency opportunities not only within Finance but also across CCNSW, and ensuring financial compliance and control.

About the benefits: 

Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year. 
Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award as well as Xref “Best Workplace” in 2025. 
A balanced organisational approach to WFH and office, Monday - Wednesday in the office and Thursday, Friday from home.    
Additional performance-based leave available. 
Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation. 
Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and access to fitness passport

Key responsibilities of the role: 

Provide strategic financial leadership and trusted advice to the CEO, Board and Executive to support enterprise planning, decision-making, performance management and long-term sustainability.
Lead organisation-wide financial strategy, annual budgeting, forecasting and planning processes, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and objectives.
Prepare and present high-quality financial analysis, modelling, reporting and insights for the Board, Executive, Audit, Risk and Technology Committee, and Investment Committee.
Partner with divisional and functional leaders to strengthen financial literacy, improve accountability and position Finance as a valued strategic business partner.
Oversee the payroll function to ensure accurate, timely and compliant processing of payroll, superannuation, taxation and related employee payments in partnership with People & Culture.
Lead the preparation of statutory financial statements and ensure all financial reporting and disclosure obligations are met in accordance with relevant statutory, regulatory and governance requirements.
Establish and maintain robust financial controls, systems, policies and procedures to support accurate reporting, sound governance, transparency and effective decision-making.
Ensure appropriate frameworks are in place to identify, manage and monitor financial and related organisational risks within the organisation’s risk appetite and governance settings.
Manage the relationship with the external Financial Advisor and provide oversight and management of treasury functions, including investments, liquidity, and timely and accurate cashflow forecasts to protect the organisation’s financial position.

About you: 

Essential: 

Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline, together with CA or CPA accreditation.
Demonstrated experience as a Chief Financial Officer, or in a comparable senior financial leadership role, with proven capability advising CEOs, executives, boards and board committees.
Deep expertise across budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, statutory compliance, audit, risk, internal controls, treasury and the provision of high-quality financial insights to support decision-making.
Experience overseeing payroll operations and ensuring compliance with legislative, taxation, superannuation and award obligations.
Strong commercial acumen, including the ability to support long term revenue strategies, funding models and long-term financial sustainability.
Demonstrated success leading and developing high-performing teams, building capability, and driving a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Demonstrated ability to lead change, improve systems and processes, and apply technology to enhance finance operations, reporting and service delivery.
Advanced proficiency in finance systems, payroll platforms, Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and the confident use of emerging technologies.

Desirable: 

Experience in the not-for-profit sector, with a strong understanding of diverse funding streams (including grants, donations and fundraising)

 CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work.  We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work.  As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups. 

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with Blayze Thomas at careers@nswcc.org.au  

Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link www.cancercouncil.com.au/jobs then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume. 

Job ad closing: 12/06/2026

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