Chief Financial Officer

Finance; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 144,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization is seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to enhance financial performance and sustainability. In this pivotal role, the CFO will provide strategic direction, oversee finance and procurement, and empower informed decision-making. Candidates must possess a degree in Accounting or Finance and relevant leadership experience. The position offers opportunities for professional development and flexible working arrangements, ensuring a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Professional development training

Flexible working arrangements

Wellness program access

Long service leave after seven years

Public Service Holidays

Qualifications

• Proven ability to apply critical thinking and scenario analysis.
• Demonstrated success in senior financial management roles.
• Strong financial performance oversight skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive financial performance and sustainability.
• Provide strategic financial and procurement direction.
• Oversee finance and procurement operations.
• Deliver expert strategic advice to executive leadership.

Skills

Critical thinking

Financial analysis

Strategic planning

Leadership

Financial management

Education

Degree in Accounting or Finance

Membership in a recognized accounting body

Job description

Chief Financial Officer

Position number : AUD00043 Salary : Level 8 - $157,900 to $171,005 pa + superannuation - PSCSAA 2024 Work type : Permanent - Full Time Location : Perth Closing date : 2026-01-22 12 : 00 PM Attachments : -

Can you make numbers tell a story?

The Office of the Auditor General is looking for an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to partner with the Office and drive financial performance and sustainability. As a senior leader in Corporate Services, the CFO provides strategic financial and procurement direction in alignment with the values of the Office of the Auditor General (OAG) and the Western Australian public sector. The CFO oversees finance and procurement operations, fostering a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement, while ensuring robust financial management, including accounting, budgeting, performance analysis, procurement, and asset management, in full compliance with relevant legislation and public sector standards. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert strategic advice, insightful financial analysis, and forward‑looking forecasts to executive leadership, empowering informed decision‑making and supporting the Office’s long‑term objectives.

Why join us?

At the OAG, we offer more than just a job – we offer a career with purpose. You will have the opportunity to :

• drive impactful work that strengthens accountability in the public sector
• work in a supportive and collaborative team environment
• access professional development training to support your growth
• enjoy up to an additional four weeks’ leave per year through flexible working arrangements
• receive 13 weeks’ long service leave after seven years
• receive up to three Public Service Holidays per year
• prioritise your fitness and wellbeing with our wellness program, which provides discounted access to a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centres for employees and their families.
• reimbursement of your annual professional accounting body membership.

We currently have one full‑time, permanent position available.

Please refer to the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for more detailed position information and Applicant Requirements.

Important Recruitment Information

Our office is closed 24 December to 2 January 2026 inclusive.

Applications are made online. You are required to provide :

• a current comprehensive CV
• a 2‑page statement addressing the below Work‑Related Requirements.
• proven ability to apply critical thinking and scenario analysis in the development of strategic and operational financial plans that effectively address both current and future business needs of the Office, and
• demonstrated success in senior financial management roles, overseeing operational finance functions to consistently achieve and maintain strong financial performance
• a copy of your qualification (certificate or university transcript)
• evidence of your professional accounting membership.

Late applications will not be accepted.

Throughout this process you will be assessed against the applicant requirements as per the JDF, both work related requirements and leadership expected behaviours.

Your online application requires you to provide the details of 2 referees, 1 must be a current line manager. Please note that referees will only be contacted should you progress to the recommendation stage of the process.

To be eligible for permanent appointment to the WA public service it is essential you are an Australian citizen, or you have a valid visa that allows you to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis.

The Office conducts employment screening for successful applicants including national police clearance. An Australian Government Security Clearance may be required.

About the OAG

The Office of the Auditor General for Western Australia is an independent integrity agency reporting directly to Parliament on public sector accountability and performance. We help Parliament hold government to account; are a key source of independent and objective information to the community; and help promote change to improve public services.

We offer an interesting, varied and rewarding career experience working across 170 State and 148 local government entities.

You can find out more about what we do by visiting our website, and don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn.