Chief Finance Officer

Responsible for the direction and strategic development of Financial Services for WA Country Health Service (WACHS).Formulates and implements financial strategies and systems which support the achievement of corporate objectives, priorities and reform.Eligibility to Apply: This development opportunity is to be filled through secondment, temporary deployment or fixed term contract. Current WA Health employees (including permanent, fixed term contract and those on secondment) are eligible to apply.Opportunity: This position is a great opportunity to lead the organisation’s financial function.WACHS is seeking an outstanding individual for the position of Chief Finance Officer to work with the WACHS Board and Executive in the provision of strategic, timely and accurate advice on financial and budget matters.Reporting to the Executive Director Business Services, this position ensures WACHS financial and budget management processes are compliant with legislation and policy, whilst driving value for money outcomes for the organisation. The postholder will create strong external and internal partnerships to best lead the finance function for WACHS including the development and implementation of reform and business improvement strategies.Work Related Requirements:1. Current membership of either the Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Australia as a CPA; the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia as a Chartered Accountant; the National Institute of Accountants as a Professional National Accountant; or other appropriate recognised membership.2. Comprehensive knowledge of contemporary financial management practices and related business systems with substantial experience in their practical application at a strategic level.3. Shapes and manages strategy.

• inspires a sense of purpose and direction towards achieving a strategic vision.
• shows forward thinking, judgement, intelligence and common sense.
• directs policy development within a public policy environment.
• directs the implementation of operational reforms.
• harnesses information and opportunities

4. Achieves results and operational excellence.

• builds organisational skill and shapes culture.
• steers and implements change and deals with uncertainty.
• delivers intended results, ensures delivery of high-quality services, manages all resources in a constrained environment, demonstrates leadership in workforce management.

5. Builds productive relationships.

• nurtures internal and external relationships.
• facilitates cooperation and partnerships.
• guides, coaches and develops people.

6. Communicates and influences effectively.

• communicates clearly.
• listens, understands and adapts to audience.
• negotiates and advocates persuasively.
• values individual differences and diversity.

7. Current knowledge of legislative obligations for Equal Opportunity, Disability Services and Work Health and Safety, and how these impact on employment and service delivery.Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.Job Related Enquiries: Enquiries are encouraged and should be directed to James Thomas, Executive Director Business Services at or (08) 6372 2334.Application Instructions: To express an interest, please provide a Covering Letter (no more than 2-3 pages) that addresses the Work Related Requirements listed above, together with a current curriculum vitae and forward to James Thomas via email .Please note that the selection process may not necessarily include interviews.