Chief Financial Officer

WHO WE ARE

At Skillset, our vision is to create life-changing opportunities for people and communities in regional NSW. Skillset has grown into a leading regional organisation with a focus on supporting people in our communities through learning, skills acquisition and employment.

We are excited to announce a fantastic opportunity to join our team as the Chief Financial Officer to be based at our head office in Bathurst or our Orange NSW office.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the CEO, this position is responsible for the overall planning, implementation, management and strategic direction of both Skillset Limited and Skillset Senior College Financial Services. This includes payroll, accounting and financial systems development functions. 

The CFO will have a day-to-day, ongoing impact on company operations, helping to analyse, strategize and strengthen Skillset’s financial position. The position has responsibility for financial and company compliance, financial reporting and meeting our customers’ mission-critical financial process needs.

This position is also a member of the Leadership Team and contributes significantly to the strategy, management, culture and development of the organisation.

You will be responsible for:

• Strategy and leadership - assisting the Chief Executive Officer to lead the organisation in line with its vision, purpose and values, so that it achieves the objectives of the strategic plan.
• Finance, Accounting and Payroll – Lead a team of staff responsible for delivering all finance functions including accounts payable/receivable, payroll and internal controls of Financial Services, ensuring compliance with all relevant contractual, governance, industry and legal obligations. Budget preparation and support, analysis and reporting.
• Financial Services Systems – Identify, develop and implement Financial systems, processes, policies and reports to support the strategic objectives of both Skillset Limited and Skillset Senior College and improve the quality and consistency of Financial Services. 

ABOUT YOU

You will be a great cultural fit, leading by example with Skillset values of respect, collaboration, professionalism, integrity, helping others and community; and kindness, courage and consideration.

The role is highly varied and requires a person who has great attention to detail, is energetic and self-motivated. Always thinking strategically while accommodating and prioritising competing demands, the successful candidate understands that guiding and mentoring their team is as important as creating and analysing the budgets.

You will be a strategic thinker and planner, with a commitment to continuous improvement, and the ability to execute and deliver major change initiatives to completion.

You will thrive in an environment where your capacity to make decisions, solve problems and think outside the box are valued and where you are motivated by the impact the organisation makes in the lives of individuals, businesses and the community.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or related, and recognition by CPA or CA with proven experience in financial management, meeting accounting standards and internal controls
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in preparation of budgets, forecasts, financial reports and funding acquittals 
• Experience in leading, mentoring, and developing a team to achieve outcomes and grow in their roles
• Strategic thinking and planning skills developed through education and/or experience to support contributing to the strategy, management, culture and development of an organisation
• Strong relationship management skills to enable friendly and professional interaction with a range of stakeholders
• A strong work ethic with excellent time management skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Demonstrated eye for detail, agility, and resilience in responding to changes in income/revenue streams
• Current Class C drivers’ licence

BENEFITS

• Work for a locally based community organisation
• Flexible work hours (we will consider full-time and part-time hours)
• Join a supportive and collaborative team culture
• Diverse role where every day is different 
• Attractive salary package 

TO APPLY:

If this sounds like a great fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application with a cover letter detailing why you would like to join the Skillset team, a statement addressing each of the essential criteria items, and your resume outlining your relevant experience and employment history. 

For the full Position Description, please copy and paste this link into your browser: https://skillset.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/PD002-Chief-Financial-Officer.pdf

If you have any questions regarding the role, please email: **************@skillset.com.au

Applications close at Monday, 12 February 2024 at 9am.