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About the Role: Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Finance (CFO) to lead financial operations within a NSW Government agency on a contract basis.

• Hybrid working model
• Work across two offices
• $95 per hour + super
• Contract until 31 July
• 7 hours per day, 35 hours per week

This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving best-practice financial management, ensuring compliance with legislative requirements, and enabling informed decision-making across the organisation.

You will lead a high-performing finance team and partner closely with executives, NSW Treasury and key stakeholders to support financial sustainability and strategic outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy, governance, and risk management frameworks
• Oversee statutory and management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis
• Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and NSW Government legislation
• Manage cash flow, liquidity, and financial controls
• Deliver financial modelling, business cases and scenario analysis
• Provide strategic financial advice to executives and senior stakeholders
• Oversee procurement governance in line with NSW Government frameworks
• Lead audit, risk and compliance activities
• Build strong relationships with NSW Treasury and external stakeholders

About You You are a seasoned finance executive with strong public sector or large organisational experience, bringing both strategic insight and leadership capability.

Essential requirements:

• Degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA Australia or CA ANZ qualification
• 8+ years’ experience in financial management and accounting
• Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and NSW Government frameworks
  (including Public Finance and Audit Act 1983, Treasury Directions, procurement policies)
• Proven leadership experience managing finance teams
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and financial modelling
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• Experience with ERP/accounting systems
• Willingness to work across multiple sites

Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity! 

**Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates strongly encouraged to apply.
  
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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