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Chief Financial Officer, CFO - Central Government


Company : Attenti Consulting


Location : Newcastle, New South Wales


Created : 2025-08-01


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

We have an excellent contract opportunity for a talented and driven Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at a Central Government department.As a full member of the main board, your remit will be to provide strategic leadership and management of all financial, commercial, and economic activities. The department is going through a period of significant transformation and the incumbent will ensure robust financial stewardship, effective governance, and value-for-money decision-making, enabling the department to achieve its key objectives.Key responsibilities of the role:Leading the Finance and Commercial functionsProviding strategic financial guidance to the CEO and Executive TeamDriving continuous improvement in financial operations, systems, and service delivery.Champion value-for-money and evidence-based decision-making in all major initiatives.Essential experienceSenior financial leadership gained in a complex organisation. Some of your experience will have been gained in the public sectorShaping and delivering strategic directionProven track record in financial management and delivering value for moneyDeep knowledge of financial control, reporting, and performance managementStrong understanding of Managing Public Money and government functional standardsStrong, visible, and inclusive leadership at board levelStrategic, analytical, and critical thinkingLeading multi-disciplinary teams through changeBuilding and managing diverse stakeholder relationshipsClear communication of complex financial conceptsEssential QualificationsFully qualified accountant (CCAB, CIMA, or equivalent)This contract is inside scope of IR35 and offered on a hybrid working model (2 days office / 3 days WFH).If you require further information, please contact (url removed)Attenti Consulting is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr