Chief Financial Officer

About the role

Reporting directly to the CEO, you will provide strategic financial leadership across the organization while overseeing all aspects of financial management, governance and performance. A key priority of the role is to strengthen and mature the internal finance function, including transitioning services currently delivered through external providers into a contemporary, high-performing in-house team. You'll lead improvements to systems, reporting, financial controls and business processes that support informed decision-making and long-term sustainability. Working closely with the Executive Leadership Team and Board, you'll provide strategic advice that enables the organization to continue delivering exceptional services to the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership across the organization
• Oversee all aspects of financial management, governance and performance
• Strengthen and mature the internal finance function
• Transition services currently delivered through external providers into a contemporary, high-performing in-house team
• Lead improvements to systems, reporting, financial controls and business processes
• Support informed decision-making and long-term sustainability
• Provide strategic advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven track record in leading finance functions in complex, fast-paced environments
• Experience in transforming finance operations and systems
• Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret financial data
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build and lead high-performing teams
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or related field
• CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred
• Minimum 10 years of relevant work experience, preferably in a senior finance leadership role

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Financial analysis and modeling
• Project management and process improvement
• Leadership and team management
• Communication and stakeholder engagement

Benefits

STAR offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee wellness programs
• Health and wellbeing benefits

Pay

Salary range: $XX - $YY per annum, depending on experience and qualifications

Schedule

Full-time position, Monday to Friday, standard working hours