Director Finance

Your role at St John of God Burwood & Richmond (Sydney NSW) Are you a strategic financial leader with a passion for healthcare excellence and driving sustainable organisational performance? We are seeking a dynamic Director of Finance & Corporate Services to oversee the financial and corporate operations of our Burwood and Richmond hospital divisions in NSW. Duties Lead the delivery of high‑quality care and support services across both hospitals. Drive financial performance and sustainability, including budgeting, benchmarking and negotiations with health funds. Ensure compliance with accreditation, certification, legal and contractual obligations. Contribute to strategic growth through business planning and continuous improvement initiatives. Foster a collaborative, consultative team culture aligned with our mission and values. Work closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to shape the future of mental health care delivery in NSW. Develop a strong culture of performance management, performance improvement and stewardship. Monitor productivity and performance on a daily, weekly, fortnightly and ongoing basis to ensure compliance with agreed budgeted measures and improvement plans. Assist the Hospitals Executive team and CEO in understanding existing and future activity to manage workforce and productivity. Manage the Hospitals Finance and Corporate Services functions to implement the Divisional Operating Plan for the finance portfolio. Review monthly financial results and report accurately to the CEO Executive team, in accordance with Group Finance accounting policy. Prepare capital and operating budgets in consultation with the hospital CEO, ensuring appropriate communication and involvement of all Directors/Managers. Assume responsibility for financial viability, productivity, occupancy and budget targets consistent with SJGHC Governance and Management Authorities. Provide reporting and analysis of performance against targets each month. Qualifications Extensive experience in accounting and financial management within a large, complex organisation. Strong facilitation and negotiation skills. Proven ability to lead and manage high‑performing teams. Tertiary qualification in Finance, Commerce or Business. Membership with CPA, ICAA or equivalent professional body. Commitment to patient care, aligning with our Mission and Values. Key Skills Accounting Software Forecasting Ellucian Financial Report Writing GAAPli> Corporate Finance Financial Analysis Financial Modelling Budgeting Financial Management Financial Planning Benefits Competitive remuneration package. Permanent full‑time working 38 hours per week. Salary packaging up to $18,550 on a range of benefits such as mortgage, rent, meal, entertainment, holiday accommodation and other everyday living expenses. Options to salary package benefits above the FBT cap on items such as novated leasing, work‑related expenses and self‑education. Additional superannuation. A healthy work‑life balance through flexible work options, additional purchased leave and well‑being programs. Employee discount on St John of God Hospital & Medical Services and Private Health Insurance. Application All applicants are asked to submit a covering letter (no more than two (2) pages) demonstrating how you meet the above position requirements. For all enquiries contact Jonathan Holt, Chief Executive Officer, on (02). Advertisement may close prior to listed date and screening/interviews may commence throughout the advertising process. Diversity & Inclusion At St John of God Health Care we celebrate diversity and warmly welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. Our commitment is to create a safe and nurturing environment for all children and vulnerable individuals in our care and proactively take steps to protect them from abuse, ensuring their safety and well‑being. All caregivers employed by St John of God Health Care are required to be vaccinated from influenza to fulfil the requirements of the role. #J-18808-Ljbffr