Bring your analytical mindset and technical expertise to the Office of Sport!
We are seeking a Chief Financial Officer to join our team on a full-time, ongoing basis. The role will be based at Sydney Olympic Park with hybrid work options.
We offer a competitive salary to the right candidate with total remuneration package ranging from $238,902 up to $263,005 per annum inclusive of superannuation.
Working with us
The Office of Sport is a unique workplace, where no two days are the same! Through our mission of Building Active Communities, we work tirelessly and with passion to improve the lives of people across NSW through sport and active recreation.
By providing leadership, policies, programs, funding and infrastructure, we make a difference to people’s lives – creating healthier people, connecting communities and making a stronger NSW. Our team members are collaborative, creative, hardworking and innovative, brought together by a common goal of making sport and active recreation accessible and enjoyable for everyone in NSW.
About The Role
The Chief Financial Officer is responsible for guiding and supervising the Office of Sport's strategic financial management and accounting operations. This involves taking the lead in developing and reporting the annual budget, providing strategic advice to the Executive Director, Corporate and Chief Executive, particularly in relation to the financial implications of future programs and services; managing key internal and external stakeholders such as NSW Treasury and key executives within the Office of Sport. Additionally, the role focuses on facilitating informed financial decision-making including the review of best practice reporting and financial analysis tools and systems for the Office of Sport.
For more information view the role description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will possess the following attributes:
Financial leadership experience at senior executive level within a complex, multifunctional organisation.
Proven competency, drive and innovation, showcasing knowledge of relevant legislation, Government directions and policies relating to financial management and accounting.
Proven track record in change management and modernisation of finance functions and financial management.
Demonstrated customer service orientation and the ability to influence key stakeholders to achieve business outcomes.
If this sounds like you and you’re looking for a rewarding new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
Essential Requirements
Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics or commerce or other relevant field.
Certification of membership in a recognised professional accounting institution such as CPA, CA or IPA.
National Criminal Record and Probity check.
The Office of Sport is a great place to work, we offer:
A family friendly and flexible working environment
A competitive salary
Generous leave entitlements including recreation, sick/carer’s, family and community services, and flex leave
Access to salary packaging, fitness passport and the Employee Assistance Program
Skills and leadership development training programs
Free onsite parking
Convenient location, easy access to public transport and to shops
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
The Office of Sport is committed to building a workplace that values and supports diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
The Office encourages applications from people with disability and will provide reasonable adjustments in our recruitment process and in the workplace. If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please call or email the contact person listed, and also advise us of your preferred method of communication.
The Office of Sport is committed to keeping children safe. It is the responsibility of all staff, regardless of role, to act to keep children safe from harm.
How To Apply
To apply for this role, you need click ‘Apply Online’ to submit your application, Job Reference No. 0000AESN.
When Applying You Need To
Provide your responses to the two pre-screening questions (maximum of 2 pages).
Attach a cover letter to your online application (maximum 1 page)
Provide a resume that details your current and previous experiences (maximum of 4 pages)
Further information about “Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service” is available on I work for NSW.
Pre-screening questions
Describe how you have used financial projections and reporting in a way that has influenced a strategic decision regarding a significant program? What strategies did you utilise to identify and mitigate potential risks?
Describe how you have implemented financial management and risk management controls and what impact did this have on your organisation’s operations and culture?
Notes
For further information about the role please contact Karen Jones (Chief Executive) on (02) 8754 8701 or view the role description.
The successful applicant will be subject to a National Criminal Records and Probity Check.
Applications Close: Wednesday, 31 January 2024 at 11:59pm
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
Seniority Level: Executive-Level
Job Functions: Project Management
Industries : Information Technology
