Financial Strategy & Operations Lead - Urgent

Financial Strategy & Operations Lead

Strathfield Council – at the heart of Sydney’s Inner West

Strathfield Council is a medium sized Council located in Sydney’s Inner West. The Council area comprises approximately 14 square kilometres and has an estimated population of 46,000 residents with a projected population of over 80,000 by 2036. Known for its major transport connections and well-kept greenspaces, Strathfield is also considered to be the educational centre of the Inner West.

A truly diverse community with a myriad of hidden treasures, the Strathfield local government area makes for a truly special place to live, work and play.

The Role
The Financial Strategy and Operations Lead is a key leadership position within the finance team and acts as the 2IC to the CFO. The role will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to deliver a high standard of service from the finance unit as well as developing and implementing financial strategies and operational initiatives.

The position encompasses a broad scope, including ownership and accountability for all core finance function as well as managing the organisation's financial planning and analysis.  The responsibility encompasses the finance unit's service delivery to drive operational performance while ensuring strict adherence to statutory requirements and professional standards.

About You
As a highly regarded finance professional, you will bring with you, extensive experience in finance related positions, with demonstrated experience in supervisory and leadership roles.

Key accountabilities will include developing and implementing financial strategies and initiatives in collaboration with the CFO and other senior leaders as well as providing strategic financial insights and analysis to support decision-making and drive business performance. From a leadership perspective you will provide guidance to the finance team, overseeing a broad range of activities, including but not limited to such as management accounting, finance business partnering, financial planning and analysis, financial accounting, financial reporting, external audit, financial operations and transactional services.

Advanced knowledge of accounting principles, regulations, and best practices, together with knowledge and expertise in budgeting principles, methodologies, and best practices is essential. Additionally extensive experience in managing financial reporting processes, including month-end and year-end close, and preparing general purpose financial statements in accordance with AASB’s is required.

Strathfield Council is a unique organisation serving a unique community in the very heart of Sydney, be a part of both its growth and success.

To access the comprehensive candidate brochure, please contact Gareth Broadrick on: [email protected]

Closing Date: Midnight Wednesday 26th June 2024