As a leader in finance and people, you will oversee the Public Trustee's delivery of services in accounting, finance, investment, client tax return preparation, risk & compliance, and management of corporate assets.
You will be part of the Senior Leadership Group and work within an organisation that can make a genuine difference to the lives of people in the community. You will bring your experience in organisational strategy setting, business planning & monitoring processes to drive the organisation to achieve its corporate and strategic objectives.
Leadership and management responsibilities include the Finance, Investments/Insurance/Taxation and Risk & Compliance teams. You will also provide secretarial services to the Board, Investment, and Audit and Risk Committees.
The incumbent may be assigned other duties consistent with the assigned classification and in accordance with the skills, competency and training of the occupant.
Major Functions:
* Provide high level, strategic and specialist advice on complex financial and investment issues to the Chief Executive Officer, members of the Senior Leadership Group and where appropriate, the Board.
* Lead, manage and develop the Finance, Investments, tax and insurance, Policy and Risk and Compliance business units to ensure comprehensive, strategic, efficient and effective financial and investment services to the organisation.
* Participate as a member of the organisation's Senior Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic planning, and risk management processes and outcomes, and provide advice and recommendations on matters affecting the organisation.
* Ensure the timely preparation of the Public Trustee's annual budget, financial statements and reporting in accordance with Government Business Guidelines including reporting to Government as required.
* Oversee the day-to-day delivery of the financial services of the organisation, managing funds under its own capacity and as trustee, in accordance with policy, as well as taxation services.
* Designated contact regarding the procurement and administration processes for acquiring, maintaining and disposal of motor vehicles in accordance with Treasurer's Instructions.
* Provide leadership and guidance to staff and contribute to a positive working environment.
Pre-employment Requirements:
* Pre-employment (National Police Record) checks for: Arson and fire setting, violent crimes and crimes against the person, sex-related offences, drug and alcohol related offences, crimes involving dishonesty, deception and/or conspiracy, making false declarations, malicious damage and destruction to property, serious traffic offences, crimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and Justice, Executive or the Legislative Power.
* Disciplinary action in previous employment.
* Identification check.
Desirable Qualifications:
* Completion of a graduate degree in a relevant field.
* Eligibility for membership of the Australian Society of Certified Practicing Accountants, Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CA ANZ) or equivalent.
Benefits:
We offer a dynamic work environment, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We value diversity, inclusion and work-life balance, and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all employees.
How to Apply:
Please submit your application online, attaching your cover letter, resume and selection criteria responses. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft or PDF format.