Director of Finance (Pillars)
Role Title: Director of Finance (Pillars)
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 6
Remuneration: $189,878 - $207,381 per annum plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 40 hours
Requisition ID: REQ646114
Closing Date: 11:59PM, 19 April 2026
Join our Finance and Corporate Services Division at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- We are the central finance function for NSW Health, the largest health system in the Southern Hemisphere with a $30+ billion annual budget across 15 Local Health Districts, Specialty Networks, and agencies.
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment shape how we work. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and to your growth and development.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements. Build your career in health finance leadership overseeing financial strategy across five of NSW Health's most important agencies.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role:
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
As Director of Finance (Pillars), you will lead a team providing specialist financial services to five NSW Health agencies: the Agency for Clinical Innovation, Clinical Excellence Commission, Health Education Training Institute, Bureau of Health Information, Cancer Institute NSW, and the Mental Health Commission. You will be the trusted financial partner to each agency's Chief Executive, Board, and Audit & Risk Committee providing strategic advice, overseeing budgets and forecasts, and driving financial performance across a diverse portfolio. This is a rare opportunity to shape financial strategy across multiple health agencies, each with a distinct mission and operating model. You will report to the Executive Director, System Financial Performance and Deputy CFO, within the Financial and Corporate Services Division. If you thrive on complexity, stakeholder engagement, and making a tangible impact on health outcomes through sound financial leadership, this role is for you.
Health Manager Level 6 starting salary from $189,878 - $207,381 plus Super, with a 40 hour work week.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead end-to-end financial management for five NSW Health Pillar agencies including budgets, forecasts, monthly reporting, and year-end close.
- Serve as the primary financial adviser to each agency's Chief Executive, Board, and Audit & Risk Committee. Present financial reports, provide strategic recommendations, and represent finance at governance forums.
- Drive efficiency improvement planning and savings initiatives across the portfolio. Work collaboratively with agency leadership to identify opportunities, monitor delivery, and report performance to the Deputy CFO.
- Lead and develop a team of finance professionals, building capability in financial analysis, stakeholder engagement, and health sector financial management.
- Manage cross-agency financial issues including funding allocation, service agreements, and budget supplementation. Provide financial input to business cases, costing models, and Treasury submissions.
About you:
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in accountancy, economics, commerce or finance, and membership of a recognised Australian accounting body (CA or CPA)
- Demonstrated leadership in managing teams and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Extensive experience in financial management within a large, complex organisation, ideally in health, government, or a multi-entity environment.
- Proven ability to build trusted partnerships with senior executives, Boards, and diverse stakeholder groups across multiple organisations
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable advice
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) and demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.
- Describe a time you provided strategic financial advice to a Board or senior executive group that led to a significant decision. What was the situation, your approach, and the outcome? (1-2 pages)
- How would you approach building effective financial partnerships across the agencies with different operating models, funding structures, and stakeholder expectations?
For role related queries or questions contact Sayeed Zia on Sayeed.Zia@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ646114.
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang on Shuo.Yang@health.nsw.gov.au
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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 of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, 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.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
- For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
Applications Close: 19/04/2026 (11:59PM)
