Manager Finance

Job No: 0625008
Location: Kingston

Position: Manager Finance

Position Number: 000008

Department: Finance

Employment Status: Ongoing, full time

Location: Civic Centre

 

About this position:

An exciting opportunity exists for a Manager Finance to join the management team at Kingborough Council.

This key management position is responsible for the efficient operation and strategic development of the finance unit. You will be responsible for the Policy development, Rate revenue management, Budget, forecasting and reporting, change management, business improvement and systems accounting as well as departmental and council management

Reporting to the Director People and Finance the successful candidate will be responsible for planning, developing and delivering annual goals and objectives that align with the organisational goals. 

A key focus for the role is to provide progressive leadership and elevating the maturity of the finance unit in its partnering role with the organisation.

About the successful candidate:

A tertiary qualified professional with CPA or CA credentials who approaches financial leadership with a CFO mindset- demonstrating expertise in budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis together with personal and interpersonal skills to manage and lead the finance department and wider organisation. 

Further details:

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated including the private use of a motor vehicle, 12.5% superannuation and a rostered day off each month. The role is being offered on an ongoing full-time basis.

For further information, we encourage you to call Tim Jones, Acting Director People and Finance, on (03) 6211 8200.

 

How to apply:

  • Before you begin, please read the Position Description including the Key Selection Criteria. Please see our Applicant’s Guide to further assist you with applying.
  • Applications must be submitted via the online form on Council’s website. You can save your application as you progress.
  • Employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks, which may include the following:
    • National Police check,
    • Right to Work in Australia check,
    • Reference checks,
    • Health assessment including drug and alcohol testing,
    • Working with Vulnerable People registration.

Applications close on Sunday 13 July 2025. 

The Child and Youth Safe Organisations Framework is in place across Kingborough Council, safeguarding children and young people accessing our services and facilities. Your commitment to this framework is essential to improving the way we work with vulnerable people, by implementing strategies and actions to promote child safety and wellbeing, and prevent harm to children and young people.  Kingborough Council incorporates Tasmania’s Child and Youth Safe Standards in its recruitment process, ensuring the safety and well-being of children and young people in our community.

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About Kingborough Council

Grow your career at Kingborough Council and take advantage of the fantastic lifestyle opportunity offered on the picturesque south-east coast of Tasmania. Located an easy 15-minute drive south of the capital city Hobart, Kingborough is one of the fastest growing areas in the state. With a population around 40,000 people, Kingborough offers a wonderful family lifestyle, including quality educational facilities, sporting and recreational services, service clubs and shopping centres.