Financial Reporting & Analytics Team Lead

Blue Mountains City Council; Penrith City Council; On-site; AUD 107,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Performance bonus (1-3.5%)

Annual award increase

Job summary

Blue Mountains City Council is seeking an experienced finance leader to drive sound financial management and strategic advice across the organisation. The role leads budgeting, reporting, analysis and governance while partnering with stakeholders to deliver value to the community.

The successful candidate will inspire and develop high-performing teams, translate complex financial information into practical guidance, and support decisions that improve financial sustainability and organisational

Qualifications

• Experienced finance professional capable of leading budgeting, reporting and governance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement across the organisation.
• Proven ability to mentor teams and drive performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, financial reporting, analysis, compliance and financial governance.
• Provide trusted financial insights to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen long-term financial sustainability and drive organisational performance.
• Inspire, mentor and develop high-performing finance teams across the organisation.
• Contribute to corporate planning and strategic projects.

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to play a key role in delivering sound financial management, strategic advice and high-quality business outcomes across the organisation. The successful candidate will lead and support a broad range of financial functions, including budgeting, financial reporting, analysis, compliance and financial governance. Working closely with stakeholders across the business, you will provide trusted financial insights that support informed decision-making, strengthen long-term financial sustainability and drive organisational performance. The role offers significant exposure to corporate planning and strategic projects, providing the opportunity to influence outcomes that deliver lasting value to both the organisation and the community.

We are seeking a proactive and solutions-focused finance professional who combines strong technical expertise with the ability to inspire, mentor and develop high-performing teams. You will be a collaborative and influential leader who can translate complex financial information into practical advice, build strong relationships across the organisation and foster a culture of accountability, innovation and service excellence. The ideal candidate will demonstrate sound judgement, strategic thinking and a commitment to achieving high-quality outcomes while empowering others to succeed. Most importantly, you will bring integrity, resilience and a genuine passion for leading people, developing capability and supporting the organisation to achieve its financial and strategic goals.

Remuneration: base salary commencing at $118,950 gross per annum

+ 12% superannuation

+ annual performance-based salary increases / bonus (1-3.5%)

+ annual award increase

For further information contact: Leah Bradley on 0414 195 ***.

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