Chief Financial Officer
About Us
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) was officially formed in 1960 but has grown steadily from being a sole aeromedical service to now providing a professional and dedicated team who deliver a holistic health care service across most of the local government municipalities in Tasmania.
We work in partnership with general practitioners, allied health professionals and local service providers to deliver physical health and mental health programs, as well as an award-winning outreach dental program. Our vision is to improve the health outcomes for all Tasmanians with a specific focus on remote and rural areas.
We are one of six RFDS operating sections (Central Operations, QLD section, South-Eastern section, Victorian section, Western Operations and Tasmania section) which make up RFDS Australia. We are Australia’s Most Reputable Charity (Reptrak Charity Survey 2021) and Australia’s Most Trusted Charity (Reader’s Digest Trusted Brand Survey 2021).
About the Role
An exciting opportunity exists for a suitably qualified and experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join the RFDS Tasmania senior management/leadership team on a full-time basis, based in Launceston.
The role reports directly to the CEO and the successful applicant will be responsible for the efficient and effective management of all financial operations and activities for RFDS Tasmania, including but not limited to business planning, implementation, strategy, budgeting, forecasting and negotiations. The successful candidate will also manage strategic initiatives including property and aeromedical contracts.
Remuneration will be dependent on qualifications and experience. In addition to this, RFDS also offers some other fantastic benefits including salary packaging options, corporate private health rates, flexible work arrangements, paid professional development, laptop and mobile phone.
About You
For your application to be considered, you must have formal qualifications in Accounting or Finance and be CA or CPA certified. You will also have a minimum of five years commercial accounting experience.
In addition to this, you will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, multi-task and meet deadlines, as well as be able to work collaboratively with multiple stakeholders, build and maintain strong working relationships, as well as respond to various stakeholder requests.
You will have excellent attention to detail skills and a proven ability to perform whilst working autonomously. You will also be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, Accounting Software/Systems and experience using Technology One would be considered advantageous.
Further requirements for this role are a Current Australian Drivers Licence, Current National Police Check, and up-to-date COVID- 19 vaccinations (preferable).
How to Apply
Please apply directly through the RFDS website, with your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria marked in bold throughout this advertisement.
To access a copy of the position description, or to answer any questions you may have, please contact the Human Resources Manager at recruitment@rfdstas.org.au
Applications will be treated in confidence and close at 5pm on 25 October 2022.
The Royal Flying Doctor Service is committed to equal employment opportunities, ethical practices and the principles of cultural diversity. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
