Finance Director
Liberal Party of Australia - NSW Division
Full-time, Permanent
$200-210k plus super
Sydney CBD, 2000, NSW

About the Company
Revise Recruitment has partnered with the Liberal Party of Australia, NSW Division, to recruit a Finance Director.

The NSW Division is responsible for the Party's operations across New South Wales, supporting its organisational activities, financial governance and compliance obligations.

This is an opportunity to join a prominent political organisation in a senior leadership position, working closely with the State Director and key governance committees.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the State Director, you'll lead the Division's finance function, overseeing financial management, reporting, budgeting, governance and regulatory compliance.

This is a broad and influential position combining strategic financial leadership with hands-on oversight of the organisation's financial operations and multiple entities.

You'll work closely with the State Finance Committee, Audit and Governance Committee and State Executive, providing financial reporting, advice and guidance to support informed decision-making.

An important component of the role is overseeing electoral funding and disclosure obligations, alongside company secretarial responsibilities for the Division's related corporate entities.

While previous experience in electoral finance is not required, you'll bring the expertise to navigate complex governance and compliance requirements and quickly develop an understanding of the relevant electoral legislation.

About the Person
You're an experienced senior finance professional who combines strong technical accounting expertise with sound commercial judgement and a practical, hands-on approach.

You'll have experience navigating complex organisational environments, ideally involving multiple entities, with a strong understanding of financial governance, regulatory compliance and company secretarial responsibilities.

You're a confident and supportive leader who enjoys developing people, setting clear expectations and ensuring your team delivers accurate, timely financial information.

Comfortable working with boards, committees and senior stakeholders, you'll bring sound judgement, discretion and the ability to communicate complex financial matters clearly.

Organised, adaptable and proactive, you'll enjoy taking ownership of a broad finance function and contributing to the wider organisation.

Duties

• Lead, manage and support the finance team, providing direction, guidance and oversight of the finance function.
• Oversee the preparation and presentation of monthly management accounts to key committees and the State Executive.
• Contribute to the development and management of annual operating and campaign budgets.
• Manage statutory financial reporting and taxation obligations, including BAS, PAYG, payroll tax and fringe benefits tax.
• Oversee electoral funding, expenditure disclosures and compliance with NSW and Commonwealth electoral legislation.
• Prepare and submit administrative public funding claims to the NSW Electoral Commission.
• Act as Party Agent and/or Official Agent for the Division and associated entities.
• Manage relationships with external auditors and banking partners.
• Undertake company secretarial responsibilities for related corporate entities and governance committees.
• Provide financial and compliance advice to members and senior stakeholders.

Skills/Experience

• CA, CPA or equivalent qualification, supported by a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum five years' experience in senior financial management.
• Proven experience leading and developing finance teams.
• Experience managing financial operations across multiple entities within a complex organisational structure.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory compliance and company secretarial requirements.
• Experience working with boards, governance committees and senior executives.
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation and statutory reporting requirements.
• Proven financial management, budgeting, modelling and strategic planning capabilities.
• Advanced financial systems and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills.
• High standards of integrity, discretion and professional judgement.
• Commitment to the Liberal Party of Australia and its values.

If you're an experienced finance leader looking for a broad and influential role where you can lead a team and apply your financial, governance and compliance expertise, APPLY NOW. Closing Date: 12 noon Wednesday 28th October.

Applications are being reviewed and interviews are taking place now, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible rather than waiting until the closing date.
 
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