Chief Finance Officer

Albury Wodonga Health; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health seeks a Chief Financial Officer to lead the Finance and Procurement & Supply Chain portfolios, shaping financial strategy, sustainability and organisational performance. The CFO is the principal financial adviser to the executive team and board, ensuring governance, risk management and regulatory compliance.

The role includes executive leadership across financial control, planning, treasury, procurement and supply chain, with a focus on funding optimisation and long-term

Qualifications

• CPA or CA qualified professional with significant experience leading finance functions in large, complex organisations.
• Strong expertise in financial control, statutory reporting, treasury management and budgeting.
• Experience providing high-level financial advice to executives, boards and governance committees.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support performance, sustainability and growth.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management and financial modelling.
• Oversee financial governance, reporting, audits and compliance with statutory requirements.
• Lead procurement governance, strategic sourcing and supply chain management.

Skills

Strategic financial leadership

Treasury management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Financial governance

Education

CPA or CA qualification

Job description

Lead the financial future of one of regional Australia's largest health services

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking an exceptional and influential Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the organisation's Finance and Procurement & Supply Chain portfolios and help shape the future sustainability, performance and growth of our health service.

Reporting to the Chief Corporate Services Officer, the CFO is AWH's principal financial adviser and provides expert leadership on financial strategy, financial sustainability, funding optimisation, governance, risk, compliance and organisational performance. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with deep technical expertise in a role that directly influences Executive and Board decision-making.

About the Role

The CFO is responsible for the overall financial stewardship of Albury Wodonga Health and provides executive leadership across Financial Control, Finance Business Partnering, Financial Planning & Analysis, Treasury, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Procurement and Supply Chain functions.

As AWH's lead authority on financial management, technical accounting, statutory reporting and procurement governance, the CFO is accountable for maintaining the integrity of the organisation's financial management framework while ensuring compliance with all legislative, regulatory and reporting obligations.

The CFO also serves as AWH's designated Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), providing strategic oversight of procurement governance, category management, contract management, supplier performance and supply chain operations.

Working closely with the Chief Executive Officer, Chief Corporate Services Officer, Executive Leadership Team, Board and Finance & Audit Committee, the CFO plays a critical role in shaping organisational strategy, supporting investment decisions and driving long-term financial sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership to support organisational performance, financial sustainability and growth.
• Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury management and financial modelling activities.
• Identify and optimise funding opportunities while strengthening revenue integrity and financial performance.
• Provide authoritative advice on Australian Accounting Standards, statutory reporting, financial governance and compliance.
• Lead the preparation of financial statements, audits and Department of Health reporting requirements.
• Provide executive leadership of financial risk management frameworks, internal controls and assurance processes.
• Oversee procurement governance, strategic sourcing, contract management and supply chain operations.
• Drive continuous improvement, automation, advanced analytics and data-driven decision-making.
• Build capability, financial literacy and leadership across Finance and Procurement & Supply Chain teams

About You

You are an accomplished finance executive with exceptional technical expertise, commercial acumen and leadership capability.

You will be a CPA or CA qualified professional with significant experience leading finance functions within a large and complex organisation. You will bring extensive expertise in financial control, statutory reporting, treasury management, financial planning, governance, compliance and audit, together with a proven ability to provide high-level advice to Executive leaders, Boards and governance committees.

You will also demonstrate:

• Advanced knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), financial governance and compliance frameworks.
• Experience leading complex budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and funding optimisation activities.
• Strong understanding of financial risk management, internal controls and assurance frameworks.
• Experience leading procurement governance, strategic sourcing and supplier management functions will be highly regarded.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to innovation, continuous improvement and organisational excellence.

Why Join AWH?

As a member of our senior leadership team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Influence strategic decisions that impact healthcare across North East Victoria and Southern NSW.
• Serve as the principal financial adviser to one of regional Australia's largest health services.
• Lead significant finance, procurement, governance and transformation initiatives.
• Work alongside a committed and collaborative Executive leadership team.
• Shape the long-term financial sustainability and performance of the organisation.
• Contribute to an organisation committed to safety, inclusion, innovation and continuous improvement.

Ready to Make an Impact?

Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare while helping secure the financial future of Albury Wodonga Health and the communities we serve.

Employment Type: This is a fulltime opportunity.

For further details, please refer to the Position Descriptionor alternatively contact Shaun Strachan, Chief Corporate Services Officer, at **************@awh.org.au for a confidential discussion.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women’s and children’s, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the-art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga.

We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

To learn more or register, visit The Welcome Experience | NSW Government

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well-being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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