THE CLIENT

Regional Housing is a not-for-profit company managing crisis, transitional and long-term social housing as well as a range of complementary support programs across regional Queensland. Their vision of ‘every person has a home’ is at the core of everything they do. They are passionate about helping the most disadvantaged in our community. With an enviable and positive team culture, strong systems and supports, and a professional approach to all aspects of business, Regional Housing has earned a reputation as an employer of choice. At Regional Housing we recognise that we operate in a diverse community and welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disabilities.

ABOUT THE POSITION

The Chief Financial Officer(CFO) has primary responsibility for the planning, implementation, and management of all the finance activities of the organisation, including business planning, budgeting, forecasting and compliance with all statutory obligations. The CFO ensures the provision of effective fiscal management services, including financial forecasting, management of financial risks, accurate record-keeping, and financial reporting, to the organisation in line with Regional Housing policy, contemporary financial management principles, Australian accounting standards and relevant operational and funding guidelines. It also provides expert financial advice to the CEO and the Board of Directors. The position contributes significantly to the achievement of the organisation’s strategic goals and strategies and is a key player in the effective management of external relationships. The position, where required in the absence of the Financial Controller also provides supervision and guidance for staff in the Finance team. The position will build and sustain relationships with a network of key people internally and externally, to the benefit of business and service development, and communicate the strategic direction into operational goals whilst creating a shared sense of purpose within the organisation. The position also performs other functions related to the office of CFO or as may be reasonably requested by the CEO or Board.

SELECTION CRITERIA

• Demonstrated extensive experience in financial and budget management, financial modelling and an ability to support the preparation of funding proposals and contribute to the creation of new venture and developmental projects.
• Excellent leadership ability, people management, time management and organisational skills, particularly in a social housing environment, including demonstrated compassionate and empathetic people skills and a commitment to Customer service.
• Excellent communication, relationship building, negotiation and networking skills combined with significant ability to develop sound working partnerships with key stakeholders.
• Experience in the preparation and implementation of strategic and operational planning and business reporting as well as the preparation of proposals for government and other funding bodies including the Governing Board or Management Committee.
• Confident and experienced in the use of desktop productivity tools and systems including MS Word, MS Excel, MS Access, MS Outlook/Express,
• A working knowledge of the statutory requirements of the sector including relevant Acts of Parliament and other guidelines and standards and thorough knowledge of contemporary financial management practice and the requirements of public funding.
• Previous experience or exposure to large scale financial modelling for growth including property development and large scale projects highly regarded.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND EMPLOYMENT CHECKS

• Successful pass achieved on Pre-Employment validation and assessment including but not limited to Police Check, employment history and background check, qualifications, and skills validation.
• Successful pass achieved on Queensland’s Working with Children Check - Positive Notice BlueCard issued by BlueCard Services.
• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance.
• Professional qualifications in Accounting (CPA or CA).
• Current Queensland Drivers Licence.
• Successful pass achieved on Queensland’s Disability Worker Screening Clearance Card.

For further information or full Position Description, please contact Michalle Faulkner at EastCoastHR Group Ph: 5443 6022 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Financial Officer - Regional Housing - Bundaberg enquiry via EthicalJobs.