• Lead strategic financial initiatives and enhance organisational sustainability.
• Oversee the Financial Services department, ensuring compliance and effective service delivery.
• Collaborate with the Executive Leadership Team to implement Council's Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) and long-term financial sustainability.
• Oversee Council's Grants function to maximise external funding opportunities. 
• Provide strategic oversight of Council's internal and external communications to enhance community confidence

About the Opportunity

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) plays a pivotal role in driving the strategic direction of Parkes Shire Council’s Financial Services department. This position involves not only the comprehensive management of financial operations but also the provision of authoritative advice on governance, budget development, and long-term financial sustainability.

As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, the CFO will be responsible for implementing the Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework and ensuring that our financial strategies align with legislative, operational and community objectives. This role also includes oversight of grant funding opportunities and corporate communications to enhance external funding opportunities, bolster community confidence and support informed decision-making.

More information about the role can be found in the Chief Financial Officer Position Description.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced financial leader who possesses both strategic vision and operational expertise.

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Extensive senior management experience in a complex organizational setting.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a focus on team development and performance enhancement.
• Strong analytical, strategic planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in IT and financial management software.
• Current NSW Class C Driver License.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence, integrity, and community engagement, driving financial initiatives that align with Parkes Shire Council's mission and values.

Salary and Benefits

This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $180,000 (depending on skills and experience), plus super and salary packaging options to increase your take-home pay. This position also comes with a motor vehicle allowance or leaseback vehicle option.

Benefits of working at Council include:

• 35 hour working week
• Fortnightly rostered day off (RDO)
• Generous leave provisions including four (4) weeks annual leave and access to 6.5 weeks long service leave after five (5) years
• Access to salary packaging options through Salary Packaging Australia (SPA)
• Wellness Programs and Health and Wellbeing initiatives
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Relocation assistance includes 40% reimbursement of removalist costs upon commencement and a further 40% reimbursement after 18 months of service. 
• Relaxed regional lifestyle
• Work/Life balance
• And more!

We provide a supportive work environment that encourages professional development and career advancement.

About Parkes Shire Council

Since its establishment in January 1981, Parkes Shire Council has earned a reputation as an innovative, progressive organisation with a proven ability to deliver outstanding outcomes for our community.  As a two-time winner of the AR Bluett Memorial Award - the state's oldest and most prestigious local government award - we take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and excellence.

Embracing a LEAN philosophy across our organisation and operations, we're constantly looking at how we can do things better in order to maximise the value we deliver.  We are committed to developing and retaining a skilled, energetic and professional workforce to ensure that we continue to provide the best possible services, facilities and infrastructure to our community. 

We strive to provide a flexible, safe and inclusive work environment for our people, and are proud to have achieved formal accreditation under ISO 45001, the internationally recognised standard in Occupational Health and Safety.

If you're seeking a challenging and rewarding career, a range of lifestyle benefits, and an opportunity to contribute to a high-performing organisation, then we're the right place for you.

For more information, please visit our website: www.parkes.nsw.gov.au

Ready to Apply?

If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role with Parkes Shire Council, we invite you to apply and contribute to our vision for a vibrant and sustainable community. Apply Now.