ABOUT US

Royal Far West is a unique for-purpose non-government organisation that provides multidisciplinary health and disability services for children from rural and remote Australia with developmental, behavioural, learning and mental health difficulties.

We believe that every child has the right to access the services they need to thrive and grow, no matter where they live. We are passionate about improving access to services and support for children and families from rural and remote Australia. In joining our dynamic and engaging team, you help us grow, strengthen and innovate to improve the lives of country children.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a key member of Royal Far West’s Executive team, this role will help steer the organisation successfully into its 100th year in 2024 and beyond. This role requires a nimble, adaptive and skilled CFO who is looking to join a rapidly growing, fast-paced and highly effective charitable organisation with an ambitious vision for the people of rural Australia, and someone who wants to contribute to the wellbeing of our nation.

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) role is responsible for providing strategic leadership for Royal Far West’s corporate and financial governance, leading the finance, legal, risk and compliance and property portfolio, and acting as a key partner on technology and HR. The role also has the responsibility of the Company Secretary function, working closely with the Board to ensure its needs are met.

Key responsibilities of the role include:

• Business and financial management
• Finance, Risk & Compliance
• Asset management – property, people & investments
• Company Secretary
• People management

This opportunity will suit an experienced finance professional with a strategy mindset who enjoys leading teams, setting culture and driving change to improve outcomes

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Essential Criteria for the role:

• Tertiary qualifications with at least 8-10 years’ senior leadership experience and a CPA/CA accreditation or equivalent
• Senior level financial management expertise, including taxation, debt structuring and management, compliance, asset management, insurance, reporting and legal issues in a complex organisation with significant income, contract management and reporting requirements
• Ability to operate strategically with an ability to problem solve, support and understand challenges at the operational level
• Proven ability to take complex information and communicate it so that non-financial professionals can easily understand it
• Significant leadership and management experience in working with, advising and/or supporting staff, Executive teams and Boards
• Proven stakeholder relationship management – ability to build relationships and strategic partnerships with stakeholders including key government, non-government and statutory agencies such as the ATO
• Excellent interpersonal skills, diplomacy and political nous
• Superior problem-solving ability and the skill to negotiate successfully
• Strong organisational, negotiation and project management skills
• Senior leadership and people management expertise
• Commitment to actively work as part of an executive leadership team

Desirable Criteria for the role:

• Experience in not for profit, NDIS or health sectors
• Membership of Australian Institute of Company Directors (GAICD)
• Previous experience as Company Secretary

CULTURE

Royal Far West Core Values:

Respect- We value diversity and are sensitive in relationships and to differences.

Integrity- We are open, honest and accountable. We do what we say we will do.

Care- We foster an environment that is supportive and without judgement.

Energy-We apply ourselves energetically, are resilient and encourage innovation

Royal Far West is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

A position description is attached.