Manager Finance

Imagine living the dream. Spend the weekends fishing, driving the Gibb River Road and  exploring the gorges and waterfalls of the Kimberly. During the week you’ll be busy after work when you join one of the many local sporting clubs, exploring the town or simply have a picnic on the iconic Derby Jetty watching the beautiful sunsets.

If you join the Shire of Derby/West Kimberley as Manager Finance, this can be your life!

Job Description

Are you a CA or CPA with local government experience? Are you ready to lead and shape the financial future of our organisation? The Shire of Derby/West Kimberley are seeking a dedicated and skilled Manager Finance to join our team and take charge of delivering excellence in financial management, strategic planning, and leadership.

In this pivotal role, you will provide accurate, timely, and effective advice on financial services management and development, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and accounting standards.

Key to your success will be your ability to inspire and empower your team. Through targeted training, mentoring, and coaching, you will foster professional growth and ensure staff are equipped to deliver exceptional results.

Your role extends beyond financial oversight; you will champion exceptional customer service by building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Professionalism, courtesy, and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations will be at the heart of your approach.

Please note that this position is based in Derby with salary package of up to $213,000 and six weeks annual leave. Full-time/part-time/job-share options available for the right candidate.

A full position description can be found here : Position Description - Manager Finance

To apply submit a cover letter (maximum four pages),addressing the Selection Criteria as listed in the Position Description, and a current resume with two relevant professional referees. Closing Date: 27 January 2025. The position may be closed before the due date.

• Candidates will be reviewed upon submission of application.
• Candidates must have Australian working rights.

For further information please reach out to A/Director Corporate Service Jill Brazil jill.brazil@sdwk.wa.gov.au on (08) 9191 0999

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community. We encourage and celebrate diversity. Aboriginal people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply.

Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community we live in

Desired Skills and Experience

Essential:

1. A tertiary qualification in finance or accounting is essential, with CA or CPA membership and ongoing professional development highly regarded.
2. Demonstrated expertise in preparing Annual Financial Reports, General Purpose Financial Statements, and Statutory Budgets, with a strong understanding of Australian Accounting Standards.
3. Extensive experience in financial services, including strategic financial planning, statutory reporting, budgeting, and management reporting, ideally within local government or business.
4. Knowledge of Council rates management, including rates modelling, and familiarity with the Local Government Act 1995 and associated regulations for differential rates.
5. Proven leadership experience in coaching and mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative environment that supports team development and career growth through modern HR practices.
6. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
7. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, with the ability to mediate and achieve positive outcomes across varied stakeholders.

Desirable:

      8. At least 3 years or more of experience in a similar position in Local Government.

      9.Previous experience or familiarity with IT Vision Synergy Soft enterprise reporting program.

To apply submit a cover letter (maximum four pages),addressing the Selection Criteria as above, and a current resume with two relevant professional referees. Closing Date: 27 January 2025. The position may be closed before the due date.

• Candidates will be reviewed upon submission of application.
• Candidates must have Australian working rights.
• For further information please reach out to A/Director Corporate Service Jill Brazil jill.brazil@sdwk.wa.gov.au on (08) 9191 0999 .