Join a progressive, community‑centred Council known for its commitment to social inclusion, the arts and environmental leadership.
Chief Financial Officer – Inner West Council
- Career building opportunity
- Attractive remuneration package
- Drive financial strategy in one of Sydney’s most dynamic and diverse local government areas.
Located in the heart of Sydney, the Inner West is known for its diversity, vibrant neighbourhoods and strong sense of community. Council is committed to innovation, sustainability and delivering high-quality services and infrastructure to its residents and visitors.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished and forward-thinking Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership and ensure the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation.
Reporting to the Director Corporate, the CFO leads a diverse finance function—including financial partnering and analytics, financial reporting and control, rates management and transaction services—to support sound governance, strong financial performance and informed decision‑making across the organisation.
This is a critical leadership role that partners closely with the Executive Leadership Team, Mayor and Councillors to deliver financial strategies that support infrastructure investment, service delivery and a growing community.
Your responsibilities will include:
· Providing strategic financial leadership to ensure long-term financial sustainability and robust governance
· Leading annual budget development, quarterly reviews and long-term financial planning
· Delivering high-quality financial advice, reporting and analysis to the Executive Leadership Team and Council
· Overseeing financial statements, statutory reporting, audit processes and financial compliance
· Driving continuous improvement in financial systems, controls and governance frameworks
· Leading financial partnering across the organisation to support evidence-based decision-making and cost effectiveness
· Managing key financial functions including rates and revenue management, investments, payroll and accounts payable
· Developing and mentoring a high-performing finance team, fostering collaboration, accountability and innovation
About you
· Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or a related discipline, with professional membership (CA or CPA)
· Extensive senior financial leadership experience including financial planning, budgeting and reporting
· A strong understanding of local government finance, including funding sources, asset valuation and capitalisation, grants and rate structures
· Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing finance teams
· Strong commercial judgement and the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments
· Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex financial information into clear strategic advice
· A reputation for integrity, professionalism and sound financial governance
· Experience leading finance transformation or continuous improvement initiatives.
What We Offer
An attractive remuneration package is offered based on skills and experience.
To Apply
Chick Apply Now to visit our website and read the Information Pack. Please contact Chris Georgiadis on 0439 813 310 for a confidential discussion regarding the position.
Applications close 9am Tuesday 7 April 2026.
