Manager Financial Services

Salary:

200000 - 200001

/ Year

Contract Type:

Permanent

Location:

Other - QLD

Industry:

Professional

Reference:

4015607

Contact Name:

Adrian Holder

Contact Email:

adrian@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Date Published:

23-Mar-2026

Manager Financial Services

4-Year Fixed-Term Contract | TRP circa $200,000 | Yeppoon, QLD

Public Sector People is partnering with Livingstone Shire Council to appoint a Manager Financial Services, a key leadership role responsible for driving financial strategy, governance and operational performance across the organisation.

This is a high-impact position reporting to the General Manager Corporate Services, with responsibility for leading multiple financial functions and supporting Council’s long-term financial sustainability.

This role sits at the centre of Council’s financial operations and strategic direction, leading teams across:

Accounting and financial reporting
Revenue and rating
Procurement and contract management
Fleet management

You will play a critical role in shaping financial strategy while leading a team of approximately 30 staff through a period of change, growth and system transformation.
Key responsibilities include:

Leading financial strategy, planning, reporting and governance frameworks
Overseeing annual budgeting, long-term financial forecasting and performance monitoring
Providing expert financial advice to executive leadership and Council
Driving improvements across financial systems, processes and controls
Leading procurement, fleet and revenue functions to ensure efficiency and compliance
Building capability, performance and culture across a multi-disciplinary team

About You
We are seeking an experienced financial leader who can operate confidently at both a strategic and operational level.
You will bring:

Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce or Financial Management
CPA (or equivalent) qualification
Demonstrated experience leading financial services within a complex organisation
Strong financial management capability across budgeting, forecasting and governance
Experience managing multi-functional teams (e.g. accounting, procurement, revenue)
High-level communication skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders

Highly regarded:

Experience within local government, ideally within Queensland
Exposure to system transformation, ERP implementation or organisational change

What Sets This Role Apart
This is not a “steady-state” finance role — it offers genuine challenge and impact.
You will be stepping into an environment where:

Teams are undergoing change and require strong leadership and stability
Significant financial transformation and system upgrades are underway
Council is delivering a major investment program supporting regional growth
There is a strong need for leadership, structure and cultural alignment

This role will suit someone who is:

A strong people leader who can motivate and stabilise teams
Comfortable operating in a changing environment
Able to bring structure, clarity and direction
Looking for a role with real influence and visibility

Why Join Livingstone Shire Council?
Located on Queensland’s Capricorn Coast, Livingstone Shire offers a unique combination of lifestyle and career opportunity.
Council offers:

Total Remuneration Package circa $200,000
4-year executive contract
Relocation assistance (negotiable for the right candidate)
Executive-level exposure and influence
Opportunity to lead transformation and shape financial direction
Supportive and values-driven organisational culture

Location
Based in Yeppoon, this role offers access to a coastal lifestyle with beaches, national parks and a strong regional community.

Apply Now
Please email your application in the form of a CV and a cover letter to:

Adrian Holder
Lead Consultant – Public Sector People
0410 510 431
adrian@publicsectorpeople.com.au

Application deadline: Monday 20th April at 5pm

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