Are you a financial leader ready to make a significant impact?

The Chief Financial Officer

The Far North District Council is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy and operations, ensuring sustainable growth and effective service delivery. With the opportunity to influence significant financial decisions, your leadership will directly impact the quality of services and the well-being of our residents. This is your opportunity to shape the financial future of our vibrant community, overseeing finance, insurance, and property management, and providing strategic leadership to our executive team. With significant decisions ahead for local government, your expertise will be pivotal in driving innovative solutions and making a lasting contribution.

Our Mission and Culture

At Far North District Council, we are dedicated to fostering a sustainable future for our community. We value innovation, collaboration, and integrity, and we strive to create an environment where our employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully.

Te Wero - The Challenge

The primary responsibility of this role is to deliver strategic financial guidance to councillors and officers, empowering them to make informed decisions that align with the Council's strategic goals and comply with statutory obligations. You will oversee a high-performing team across various financial functions and lead organisation-wide financial strategies and policies across finance, insurance, and property management, including acquisition and disposal.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Financial Advisory

• Provide expert financial guidance to support the organisation's strategic goals.
• Develop and implement both short and long-term financial strategies that address operational requirements and statutory obligations.
• Analyse financial and non-financial information to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Compliance and Reporting
• Ensure adherence to all relevant financial regulations and standards.
• Oversee the preparation and submission of accurate financial reports.
• Lead the development of annual budgets and long-term financial plan
• Conduct regular audits to maintain transparency and accountability.

Collaboration and Leadership

• Foster a collaborative environment among finance team members and other departments.
• Lead and mentor finance staff to achieve departmental and organisational objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement, championing innovative solutions that enhance financial operations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure financial planning aligns with overall organisational strategy.

Desired Outcomes

• Achieve financial stability for the organisation.
• Maintain high standards of financial integrity and compliance.
• Enhance team performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

I ā koe - About You

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Chartered Accountants ANZ membership (or equivalent).
• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of financial management experience, including strategic financial leadership.
• Proven experience in leading teams through change and driving organisational transformation.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain diverse relationships.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Adaptability to dynamic and evolving organisational changes.

Tā mātou āroha - What We Offer

Far North District Council are proud of our diverse workforce and are committed to maintaining an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We are an equal opportunity employer, celebrating diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We are a progressive and growing council filled with like-minded people who love what they do and are committed to providing superior services to residents and their community.

You will be given all the tools you need to hit the ground running, including:

• Opportunities for professional growth, including attending conferences, workshops, and support for further education.
• A competitive salary (Grade 24), with a range from $161,421 to $189,907 pro-rata per annum depending on qualifications and experience, plus KiwiSaver.
• Flexible working arrangements and a hybrid working model that embraces a work-life balance.
• Free $100,000 life insurance scheme (conditions apply).

A Free Will package to support your family in the event of the unexpected.
If you are excited by the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic, evolving local government environment, and make a meaningful impact on our community, we encourage you to apply for this pivotal role in shaping the financial future of the Far North.

Creating Great Places, Supporting our People