Empower Teams. Strengthen Governance. Lead Financial Strategy!
Step into a key leadership role supporting strategic financial management across the North West Hospital and Health Service. As a trusted advisor to senior management and the Chief Finance Officer, you’ll lead a dedicated finance team, drive governance and performance, and contribute to quality, safety, and service excellence in healthcare delivery.
North West Hospital and Health Service (HHS)
* Unique locations
* Friendly communities
* Regional, rural and remote $$$ incentives
Working with us
* 4 weeks p.a. recreational leave with 17.5% loading bonus
* 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
Professionally, our HHS values professionalism, leadership capability, excellence and resilience in our staff. We are committed to providing extraordinary opportunities for career development including in-house training, development and mentoring programs.
The lifestyle
in Mount Isa is family friendly; it is a vibrant city with an outback community feel. You will fall in love with the natural splendour of the North West Queensland region, the experience of a rural/urban community and the opportunity to make a real and positive difference... and want to stay.
The Traditional Owners of the area are the Kalkadoon people.
Mount Isa is a great place to live and work!
About The Role
Reporting to the Chief Finance Officer, this role provides high‑level operational and strategic leadership across all aspects of financial management for the North West Hospital and Health Service. You'll work closely with the Executive, Board, and managers to ensure sound financial governance, accountability, and alignment with the organisation's strategic goals.
In This Role, You Will
* Lead and support the finance team to deliver effective financial and management accounting, revenue, and reporting services.
* Provide expert advice on financial performance, budgeting, and business strategy to senior management and the Board.
* Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legislation, and government policies.
* Oversee audits, governance processes, and financial controls to ensure accuracy and transparency.
* Partner with service managers to support evidence‑based decisions and sustainable business practices.
* Foster a culture of teamwork, professional growth, and continuous improvement.
* Champion a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive workplace that values integrity, diversity, and community connection.
Requirements
* An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Business or related field is mandatory for this role and CA/CPA accreditation is desirable.
* Pre‑employment screening will be conducted for the successful applicant, including Criminal History checks.
* This is a VPD risk role and may require evidence of vaccination or immunity to: Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis, Hep B/A and Tuberculosis.
Interested?
Download the Role Description for further information and application / interview preparation.
Contact: Sinfree Chirunga on 0448 025 422 / 07 4744 4873
Applications close: Tuesday 18 November 2025
Occupational group Accounting and Finance
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