DIVISIONAL HEAD FINANCE, Vienna

Divisional Head Finance The City of Salisbury is one of South Australia’s largest and most progressive councils, serving a growing community of 148,000 residents from a range of cultures and backgrounds. It is home to over 10,000 businesses and contributes 6% of the gross state product. With more than 400 dedicated staff, the City is focused on enhancing livability and prosperity across the northern region.

Located in a state‑of‑the‑art Salisbury Community Hub, this role reports to the Deputy Chief Executive Officer and is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team. The Divisional Head Finance is responsible for providing strategic commercial advice to the organisation and leading a professional team in the development and presentation of the organisation’s annual plan, budget and long‑term financial plan to maintain Council’s financial viability. The role oversees the full suite of financial management, systems, procedures, reporting and analysis. Key areas of focus include:

Responsibilities

Provision of strategic commercial advice to the leadership team to support the delivery of key projects and initiatives.

Management reporting to stakeholders and implementation of strong financial controls and compliance ensuring legislative and public accountability.

Review and development of appropriate policies and procedures for the control of Council’s financial affairs.

Management and ongoing evaluation of the rates section operations and analysis of rating options.

Business planning and reporting assistance to divisions and business units, providing a high level of customer service and value‑adding benefit.

Preparation of strategic business plans and budgets, including the treasury strategy, to achieve Council objectives while minimising financing costs.

Leading and developing the divisional team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and professionalism.

Qualifications Applications are invited from tertiary and CA/CPA qualified professionals with demonstrated experience in both financial and management accounting streams. Capability with corporate finance systems, managing teams, technical accounting and budgeting and forecasting functions will be expected. A collaborative interpersonal style, highly developed communication, negotiation and relationship‑building skills and strong business and commercial acumen will be key to a successful appointment.

Further Information / How to Apply Visit

salisbury.sa.gov.au

for further information on our client.

Confidential enquiries are welcome to

Andrew Reed

and

Bernie Dyer

on (08) 827.

Visit

henderconsulting.com.au

for a job and person specification and to submit your application including a cover letter and CV uploaded as one PDF document.

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