Roper Gulf Regional Council is seeking an experienced and strategic Finance Manager to join its Senior Leadership Team based in Katherine. This pivotal role is responsible for leading Council's financial management, governance, and long-term sustainability. Reporting to the General Manager, Corporate Services & Sustainability, the Finance Manager provides high-level financial advice to Council and Executive Management, oversees statutory and financial reporting, and ensures strong financial governance, risk management, and compliance while supporting asset management and capital works planning.
The successful candidate will lead and develop a high-performing Finance team and play a key role in annual budget development and long-term financial planning. You will be CPA or CA qualified with extensive senior finance experience (ideally 10+ years), bring a strong background in the public sector or a large corporate environment, and demonstrate proven leadership, analytical capability, and effective stakeholder engagement skills.
A full Position Description (PD) can be found in the
Salary and Benefits
* Base salary: $146,575.41 per annum plus superannuation
* Subsidised accommodation
* Council vehicle available for business and limited personal use
* Relocation assistance
* Professional development: Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities
* Salary sacrifice options: Increase your take-home pay through salary packaging
* Discounted gym membership
To Apply
Before starting your application, please have the following documents ready to attach to your application.
1. Cover Letter - A cover letter is a one-page document that you submit as part of your job application. Its purpose is to introduce you, briefly summarise your professional background and why you should be considered for the position.
2. Resume - A document that lists your contact details, work experience, education, skills, achievements and references.
3. Selection Criteria response - we ask all applicants to address the Selection Criteria which can be found in the Position Description (PD) PDF document for the role below.
4. Evidence of relevant qualifications - there is an option to attach any certificates or proof of relevant qualifications to your application.
Once you have these documents ready, please click 'Apply Now'.
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Closing date
18 January 2026
Location
Katherine