Director Financial Accounting, Finance and Corporate Service MOH
Director Financial Accounting
Ministry of Health
PSSE Band 1
Join our External Reporting and Financial Compliance branch at the Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!
The Financial and Corporate Services Division plays a vital role in driving financial performance, compliance and reporting, corporate services, and data-informed decision-making across the public health system. As a key steward of sustainable resource allocation, the Division ensures funding is effectively managed to support patient care. With oversight of budgeting, expenditure, and financial reporting, the team works closely with health leaders and government to strengthen system performance and deliver real outcomes for the community.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced leader who is committed to providing expert analysis and advice, and who wants to have true impact on our public health system.
This role will be located in St Leonards
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enriching health and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
The Director Financial Accounting provides high level professional advice, expertise and leadership in relation to financial accounting issues, including the preparation of consolidated statutory reports and review of financial policies and procedures, to meet statutory and reporting requirements and leads the planning, management, control and integrity of recurrent financial reporting to NSW Treasury.
This is an ongoing, full time, Band 1, Public Service Senior Executive (PSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $225,628 to $250,574 per annum, with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
For further information, download the role description.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary and/or postgraduate qualifications in accountancy, economics, commerce, finance or a related discipline and membership of a recognised Australian accounting body.
- Extensive knowledge and understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, provisions of the Government Sector Finance Act 2018, the Financial Reporting Code for NSW General Government Sector Entities, Treasurer’s Directions, and other statutory and central agency requirements and relevant legislation
- Demonstrated understanding and knowledge in relation to the financial management, accounting requirements and funding arrangements for large, complex distributed systems such as NSW Health
- Extensive experience in managing the preparation of financial statements; intercompany eliminations, managing the financial accounting cash flows and reporting functions; and developing and implementing financial policies and procedures in a large, complex and diverse environment
Applying for this role
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (max 5 pages) and a brief cover letter (1 -2 pages) explaining your interests and capabilities for the role.
For role related queries or questions contact Paul Coghlan at paul.coghlan@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ607890.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact the Health Executive Service team on moh-hes@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 1 October 2025 (11:59pm)
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Closing Date: 1 October 2025 (11:59pm)
