Job details

About the opportunity  

• Lead, manage and contribute to the strategic financial management and operational leadership of Finance delivering effective and client focused financial accounting services for the Townsville HHS and its facilities.
• Provide high level of specialist expert advice to the THHS Executive and Director of Financial Accounting in THHS.
• Lead, manage, develop, and maintain appropriate reporting systems, policies, procedures, guidelines, and systems to facilitate effective financial management in the THHS. Actively manage and contribute to the improvement of governance processes, internal controls, and systems to enable financial management and service delivery enhancement.

Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits

Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.

Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.

Competitive salary and benefits:

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

• Salary range: $5370.60 - $5763.70  p.f. (AO7)
• 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading
• Locality allowance
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Highly Desirable:
  • A tertiary degree in Commerce, Business or Accounting and membership of the ICAA, CPA or other equivalent designation would be highly desirable.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

The ideal applicant will be someone who has proven ability and can demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability to provide effective and authoritative specialist advice and recommendations in relation to a financial accounting function within a large multidisciplinary organisation.
• Expert knowledge of contemporary financial management.
• Extensive interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills appropriate to a senior role together with advanced change management skills in an environment of constant change.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, lead and manage a team and achieve desired outcomes within specific deadlines and approved resource allocations.
• Demonstrated ability to provide advice and recommendations to the senior leadership team and operational staff in relation to financial accounting and administration matters which enhance the efficiency, effectiveness and quality of financial management and contribute to enhanced financial outcomes including ability to understand and comply with legislation, policy and related frameworks.
• Exposure to risk management frameworks and/or risk matrix protocols, remedies and planning would be an advantage.
• Ability to produce, implement and review contemporary strategic financial and human resource management principles policies and procedures.
• Organisational skills, such as the ability to set priorities, co-ordinate activities and meet deadlines in a self-driven, team environment including experience in managing and developing staff and building capability.
• Commitment to undertaken responsibilities in accordance with THHS core values of professionalism, integrity accountability and innovation.
• Advance computing skills and knowledge of financial reporting packages.

Apply now

Enquiries are welcome; please contact: Andrea Rosanes on (07) 4433 8505 

Apply ONLINE: https://apply-springboard.health.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV675314

Applications close:  Monday, 23 February 2026

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents' section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (05.24.Pdf)
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF)
  
  AO7 Manager (Financial Accounting) 32003590 (Word)