About the role
In this role, you will lead complex organisation-wide initiatives including Reserve Strategies, Developer Contributions Plans (DCPs) and the Long-Term Financial Plan (LTFP). Partnering with senior leaders, you will deliver sharp financial analysis, scenario modelling and strategic advice to navigate risks, unlock opportunities and support confident decision-making across the organisation.

Work type: Casual, full-time hours. 
Classification: SPL, $117.17 + super.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide expert, independent advice to the Chief Financial Officer and Executive Leadership Team on complex strategic financial matters.
• Act as a trusted advisor on the financial sustainability implications of major organisational decisions and policy settings.
• Translate complex financial concepts into clear, executive‑level advice to support informed decision‑making.
• Review, challenge and advise on the adequacy, sustainability and governance of Council’s reserve framework.
• Provide strategic advice on the use of reserves, including impacts on liquidity, unrestricted cash and working capital ratios.
• Support the development of clear reserve principles and narratives suitable for Executive, Council and Audit & Risk Committee reporting.
• Provide strategic oversight and advice on the financial design, assumptions and risks associated with Developer Contributions Plans.
• Assess long‑term cash flow, timing and infrastructure funding implications of DCPs.
• Advise on alignment between DCP forecasts, capital delivery programs and the Long Term Financial Plan.
• Provide expert input into the development, review and ongoing refinement of the Long Term Financial Plan.
• Undertake scenario modelling and sensitivity analysis to assess the financial impact of key strategic choices, growth assumptions and funding strategies.
• Assist in identifying emerging financial risks and structural pressures over the long term and options to address them.

About you
To be successful in this role, you will have a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline and Significant senior‑level experience providing strategic financial advice in a complex organisation.

Essential Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in long‑term financial planning, reserves management and infrastructure funding models.
• Expert knowledge of long‑term financial sustainability, funding strategies and financial risk management.
• Strong analytical, modelling and problem‑solving capability, with the ability to interpret and challenge complex financial data.
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence at Executive level.
• Strong professional judgement, independence and integrity.

Preferred candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check and a Working with Children's Check as part of the recruitment process (funded by the City).

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Child Safety Responsibilities   
We are committed to being a child-safe organisation and have zero-tolerance for child abuse. We have specific policies, procedures, and mandatory training in place to support employees, volunteers, and contractors to achieve and adhere to these commitments. Please read our Child Safe Standards Management Policy.  

Diversity and Inclusion  
At the City we want a workforce that reflects the community we live in. We welcome and embrace everyone, all people with their own unique experiences, and support and encourage all our employees to do their best work, have equal access to opportunities and a just working environment. For this reason, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from First Nations people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, from the LGBTQIA+ community, people with disability and people of all genders, ages and diverse experience.  

We are the City
From parks to offices, childcare centres to works depots, leisure facilities to the Wool Museum and waterfront, our team plays a vital role in shaping our vibrant and growing community. Our community counts on us to get the essentials right while looking for ways to go beyond. By listening, collaborating, and focusing on sustainability, we strive to do the basics brilliantly and create a lasting impact. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, join us in shaping the future of Geelong.

We support accessibility and encourage discussions about any adjustments or support you may need during the recruitment process.

Applications and Enquiries

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Enquiries: Jenny Blunt | Chief Financial Officer | jennifer.blunt@geelongcity.vic.gov.au

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