Financial Controller

Financial Controller

• Develop and lead a high-performance team
• Establish relationships and deliver effective management of Councils financial resources
• 5-year maximum term, full-time – Werribee based
• Total remuneration package from $170k commensurate with skills and experience
   

We are Wyndham, one of Australia’s fastest growing and most diverse cities.

Our people are hard at work designing the precincts, building the infrastructure, developing the policies and delivering the programs that will ensure the City is prepared to welcome over 200,000 new residents by 2040.

Shape new possibilities. Be part of something more.
 

A bit about the role
The Financial Controller forms part of Wyndham Senior Leadership team and is responsible for the management of our Financial Services department. You will drive a high performing culture of partnership with the organisation, ensuring and enabling effective financial management and discipline.

You will lead and oversee the annual budget and planning process, working with service and asset delivery teams, in developing Council’s   long-term financial plan. Utilising your experience in financial planning with commercial acumen, you will inspire your team and the broader organisation in the delivery of Council’s public value outcomes in a manner which is financially sustainable.
 

What you’ll deliver

• Leadership to a large finance team, promoting exceptional customer experience as an internal service
• Management of Council’s finances, ensuring strategies, policies and processes are aligned to supporting the delivery of our vision and mission
• Drive our annual budget process, aligning to and developing our long-term financial plan and reporting to support effective financial decision making across the organisation
• Management of the Property Valuation and Rating functions including related collection and hardship assistance policies
• Further imbed our business partnering model, providing advice and developing a culture of customer experience, innovation and enabling financial discipline
• Identify strategic threats or opportunities, planning and problem solving to ensure positive impact and risk management practices to mitigate against threats
   

What you’ll bring

• Demonstrated financial leadership experience, leading large and multidisciplinary financial teams and measures of success
• Knowledge and experience implementing best practice financial management, with an understanding of the local government context, and associated standards and legislation
• Exceptional written, verbal and analytical communication skills, ensuring effective understanding to senior leaders, our Councillors and a diverse range of staff across the organisation
• Post-graduate qualification in business/commerce and a member of a recognised Australian accounting body
• A positive, curious and flexible mind
   

Be part of something more
Take a look at our job opportunities and you may be surprised at what you discover: a future-focused culture, a sense of purpose and possibility, and real opportunities to strengthen our diverse community. It all adds up to make Wyndham City a great place to belong. 

Our people are our most valued asset. We are focused on building a culture that empowers every person to do their best work. Flexibility is built right into our DNA and we are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace that celebrates a diverse workforce. Ask us how this role can be worked.

So, are you ready to shape new possibilities?

What’s next?
If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending us a cover letter and your resume. We do not require any selection criteria to be addressed.

To find out more about the role, please contact Binda Gokhale, Chief Financial Officer on 9742 0857 or Mick Keogh, Team Leader Talent Acquisition on 0419 271 456.

Application will be accepted until 11:59PM on 31^st October 2021.
 

We are a proud inclusive employer. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply for our job opportunities. Our commitment is to provide diverse, safe and inclusive environments where everyone can grow and succeed.