Finance Manager, NCIRS

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network; Sydney; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging

Meal entertainment benefits

ADOs

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Job summary

Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is seeking a Finance Manager (Health Mgr Lvl 3) for a temporary part-time role based at Westmead. The position leads financial strategy across NCIRS programs, contracts and grants, guiding budgeting, forecasting and business analysis to support negotiations and funding submissions.

You will work closely with executives, researchers and external partners to deliver robust financial insights and ensure sustainability within approved funding agreements.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Business, and/or extensive experience in financial accounting in public sector healthcare.
• Full membership of an Australian accounting body or working towards same.
• Experience in strategic financial management, budgeting and forecasting.
• Experience in financial modelling, costing, business case development and financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across NCIRS programs, contracts and grants.
• Lead budget development, forecasting, costing and business analysis to support submissions and negotiations.
• Oversee financial monitoring, reporting and governance to ensure budgets are met.
• Collaborate with executives, program managers and external partners to optimise resource allocation.
• Drive continuous improvement and robust financial governance to support growth.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Stakeholder management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CPA/CA or membership in Australian accounting body

Job description

Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until 30 June 2029

Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 3

Remuneration: 137525 - 156231 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)

Hours Per Week: 24

Requisition ID: REQ694195

Location: Westmead

Applications Close: Midnight on 12 October 2026

For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wareham on [e-mail]

At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network , every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What You'll Be Doing

The National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance of Vaccine Preventable Diseases (NCIRS) is the leading research organisation in Australia that provides objective expert advice on all aspects of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs), vaccines, and other issues related to immunisation, to inform policy and planning for immunisation services in Australia and to support the control of VPDs across the whole life-course. NCIRS also has a growing Global Health program that works to support countries, particularly those in the Asia-Pacific region, on their immunisation system strengthening efforts. This work is funded through agreements with the Australian and New South Wales governments, including the Australian Centre for Disease Control, as well as other funding agencies.

The Finance Manager provides strategic financial leadership and expert financial management support across NCIRS programs, contracts, grants and organisational initiatives. The position is responsible for leading budget development, financial forecasting, costing and business analysis activities to support contract negotiations, funding submissions, grant applications and strategic decision-making. The role oversees the ongoing financial monitoring, analysis and reporting of awarded contracts, grants and funded programs to ensure activities are delivered within approved budgets and in accordance with funding agreements and organisational requirements. Working closely with Executive leaders, program managers, researchers and external funding partners, the position provides expert advice on financial performance, risks, opportunities and resource allocation to support organisational sustainability and growth.

The position leads the development of financial modelling, business cases, performance reporting and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring robust financial governance, compliance and effective stewardship of resources. The role contributes to strategic planning and supports informed decision-making through the provision of high-quality financial insights, analysis and recommendations.

Additional Benefits (where applicable)

Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

• Aresume(maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
• Responses to the questions below:
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Business, and/or extensive experience in financial accounting, particularly in the public sector healthcare setting and full membership of an Australian professional accounting body or working towards same.
• Demonstrated experience in providing strategic financial management, budgeting, forecasting and financial planning services within a complex health, research, government or public sector environment.
• Proven experience in financial modelling, costing, business case development and financial analysis to support funding submissions, grant applications, contract negotiations and strategic decision-making
• Demonstrated ability to monitor and analyse financial performance, identify financial risks and opportunities, and provide accurate and timely recommendations to support organisational objectives.
• Advanced analytical, problem-solving and financial reporting skills, with the ability to interpret complex financial information and communicate findings effectively to a range of stakeholders
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship management skills, including experience leading staff and building productive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated experience in financial governance, compliance and continuous improvement, including the application of financial policies, funding requirements, audit processes and risk management principles.
• Demonstrate a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.

Child Safe Standards

SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards.We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.

This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

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