Chief Finance Officer

Position: Chief Finance Officer
Location: Darwin CBD
Contract Duration: 3 Months (Full-Time) with Possibility of Extension
Hourly Rate: $75.90
Agency: Federal Government

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Chief Finance Officer (CFO) for a temporary 3-month labour hire agreement to join a prominent Federal Government Agency based in Darwin CBD. This is a full-time role, with the potential for extension based on performance and business requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the financial operations of the agency, ensuring financial integrity, compliance, and effective resource allocation.
• Provide strategic financial leadership, including budget management, financial reporting, and forecasting.
• Oversee the preparation of financial statements, financial analysis, and risk management strategies.
• Advise senior leadership on financial strategies and contribute to the agency’s long-term strategic planning.
• Ensure alignment of financial goals with the agency's objectives, regulations, and government policies.

About You:

• Qualifications: Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance/Accounting and be CPA Qualified.
• Experience: Extensive experience in financial management at a senior level, ideally within the public sector or large organizations.
• Skills: Strong financial management, analytical abilities, and proven leadership skills in driving financial performance.
• Ability to foster a collaborative and high-performance culture.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be able to pass and produce a National Police Clearance (NPC).
• May be requested to complete Baseline Security Vetting Screening as part of the onboarding process.
• Ability to start immediately and commit to a full-time, 3-month period.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate.
• Opportunity to make an impact in a high-profile federal government agency.
• Potential for contract extension based on performance and agency needs.

If you are an experienced financial leader with a strong background in finance and accounting, we encourage you to apply for this exciting temporary opportunity.

To apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to jobs@aarecruit.com.au.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.