Overview
Business Management Assistant to Chief Financial Officer Permanent - Full Time We're looking for someone who thrives in a busy, high performing environment and keeps things running smoothly. Supporting our Chief Financial Officer, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to exceptional outcomes for our organisation and community. Responsibilities
Work closely with an engaged leadership team who value collaboration and trust Play a central role in shaping projects, reporting and improvements across a high performing department Enjoy flexibility, genuine wellbeing support and a workplace that celebrates inclusion and professional development LET'S EXPLORE THE JOB In this role, you'll become a trusted partner to our Chief Financial Officer and the wider leadership team. You'll provide high level executive support and take the lead on coordinating information, preparing reports and ensuring our statutory and organisational reporting requirements are met. Your work will help us make informed decisions and stay aligned with our strategic direction. You'll also support a range of departmental projects, helping to drive continuous improvement across our systems, processes and business practices. From managing communications and preparing presentations to coordinating meetings and special events, you'll be the person we rely on to keep us organised, informed and working efficiently. Every day will offer something different, and you'll have opportunities to stretch your skills while contributing to projects that shape the future of our financial operations. Read the
position statement
and learn more about this exciting opportunity. Requirements / About You
LET'S HEAR ABOUT YOU You're someone who brings confidence, initiative and professionalism to everything you do. You know how to juggle competing priorities, and you take pride in producing high quality work. Communicating clearly with a wide range of people while approaching problem solving with curiosity and persistence, this role also calls for strong organisational skills, experience delivering project or administrative support and the ability to analyse information and prepare polished reports. Specifically, you will also bring: Diploma level qualifications, or extensive equivalent experience and qualifications, in a relevant discipline such as Finance, Business, Management, or Human Resources. Advanced organisational skills with the ability to work independently and in partnership with other team members in a fast-paced environment; planning and prioritising own and others work and tasks to meet competing deadlines. Proven high-level and professional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce high quality reports and presentations, manage sensitive situations, tailor communication styles to suit specific audiences to support a preferred outcome. Demonstrated project leadership and support, research, analytical and problem-solving skills for projects or activities that involve multiple stakeholders. Understanding broad concepts of the various function that are performed by the teams within Financial Services to enable the incumbent to support the department. If you're proactive, organised and ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to meet you. Benefits
Competitive salary from $86,734 - $100,799 a year plus 12% superannuation 35-hour working week on nine-day fortnight Work a mixture of office, on site and from home Long Service leave after 5 years Work in a supportive, empowering, innovative and collaborative work environment Health and wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, social club, wellbeing initiatives, annual flu vaccinations, and confidential support via our employee assistance (EAP) program Free parking within walking distance of our office building Along with many other perks that come from choosing Lake Mac! Our Culture & How to Apply
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, refugees and people with disability. We understand the skills and attributes veterans can bring to our Council. LET'S START If this job sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Get your application in by midnight, Sunday 12 April 2026 For enquiries related to the duties of the role, please contact Kelly McGowan, Chief Financial Officer on 0401 281 617 or via email kamcgowan@lakemac.nsw.gov.au If you need assistance with submitting your application, please Blair Stevenson, Talent Attraction Partner, 4069 0083 or via email bstevenson@lakemac.nsw.gov.au Your experience throughout the application process matters to us. If you'd like feedback on your application or interview, don't hesitate to get in touch - we're here for you! To view the capability Framework - Role Profile relevant to this role, please click here. To complete your online application, you will be asked to upload a copy of your resume and provide responses to questions which are based on the criteria listed in the Position Statement. Please note that as part of Lake Macquarie City Council's recruitment process, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates may be subject to a medical assessment which may include alcohol and other drugs testing.
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