Do you want to be a part of a team that makes a significant contribution to the health and wellbeing of our community?

We are looking for curious and motivated finance professionals to work with our stakeholders across North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) to enable the provision of excellent health care to our community. 

This vacancy is for Permanent Full-Time or Fixed Term  Full-Time appointments (76 hrs per fortnight / 1.0 FTE). We currently have 2 Full-time vacancies to fill within the NMHS Finance and Business Partnering team. Fixed Term appointments will be made with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

What does the Director of Finance and Business Partnering do?

NMHS is a 3.0 billion dollar organisation with a diverse workforce of almost 15,000 people. NMHS delivers health services from Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital, Osborne Park Hospital, King Edward Memorial Hospital, Graylands Hospital and Joondalup Health Campus, and also provides over 30 statewide services across Western Australia. The work you do in the Finance team contributes to improving the care of patients at these hospitals and services.

In the NMHS Finance team you will have a sense of purpose and community. You will be joining a Finance team of more than 120 people that performs a diverse range of functions including financial accounting and statutory reporting; revenue and accounts receivable; business partnering; budgeting and management accounting; performance monitoring and developing financial strategy and reporting outputs. The Finance team is a dynamic and fast paced environment and is looking for committed finance professionals who are keen and willing to deliver best practice solutions.  

The Director of Finance and Business Partnering for the Mental Health Services and Dental Health Services (MHDHS) provides strategic leadership for financial management, business partnering, planning, performance, governance and resource allocation across  MHDHS. The position is responsible for delivering high-quality financial and business advisory services that support financial sustainability, performance improvement, service planning and achievement of strategic objectives.

The Director of Finance and Business Partnering for the Women and Newborn Health Service (WNHS)  provides strategic leadership for financial management, business partnering, planning, performance, governance and resource allocation across WNHS. The position is responsible for delivering high-quality financial and business advisory services that support financial sustainability, performance improvement, service planning and achievement of strategic objectives.

The Director acts as a trusted advisor to the Executive Director, Executive Team, Clinical Directors and Service Leads, providing expert financial, operational and strategic advice to support evidence-based decision-making. The role leads the development and implementation of financial and business strategies, service improvement initiatives and organisational change programs that align with MHDHS, WNHS, NMHS and WA Health priorities.

As a member of the NMHS Finance and Business Partnering leadership team, the position contributes to strengthening financial capability, organisational performance and sustainable healthcare delivery across NMHS.

While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity.  During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.

What we offer

NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:

• The opportunity to make a difference by supporting the health and wellbeing of our community
• Generous salary packaging to increase take-home pay
• Professional and career development opportunities
• Diverse and inclusive culture 
  

Want to know more about this role?

We encourage you to contact Justin Anderson on (08) 6457 2343 or email justin.anderson@health.wa.gov.au to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests. 

We think you’ll like it here

Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say.  

Ready to join our team?

Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact HSS Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:

• A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
• References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
• A Cover Letter (maximum of 3 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples that demonstrate your capability in a large and complex organisation relating to:
• Influencing executive decision-making through the provision of strategic financial and business advice.
• Delivering financial sustainability and organisational performance through effective financial leadership, planning and resource management.
• Leading organisational transformation, governance and people to achieve successful strategic outcomes.

Applicants must ensure their nominated referees are available to provide references when requested, as failure to do so may result in them being deemed unsuitable.

Eligibility to Apply: To be suitable for appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia.

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service or the wider public service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

NMHS fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.

NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. 

NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have a disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email nmhs.talent@health.wa.gov.au.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.

We look forward to receiving your application.