Finance Officer (Health Manager Lvl 1) - Mental Health Service - Perm FT

You are a detail-oriented and proactive finance professional with strong analytical skills and a commitment to accuracy and compliance. You thrive in a fast-paced environment and are confident managing competing priorities while meeting deadlines.

Experience in a health or public sector environment will be highly regarded, along with an understanding of complex service delivery settings such as mental health. Most importantly, you are motivated by contributing to a service that makes a meaningful difference in the community and are committed to supporting high-quality patient care through strong financial stewardship.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

Tertiary / Professional qualification in Accounting / Financial Management and/or equivalent work experience

Describe your experience in preparing financial reports, analysing budgets, and reconciling accounts. How have you identified and resolved discrepancies or anomalies, and what tools or systems did you use to ensure accuracy and compliance?

Provide an example of how you managed and provided financial variance analysis, including identifying key drivers and recommending practical strategies to address performance issues in your current or previous roles. How did you ensure timely processing, maintain strong stakeholder relationships, and adhere to organisational policies and statutory requirements?

Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

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Position Information

Diversity, Culture & Inclusion





- We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact
- **********@health.nsw.gov.au
- We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Aboriginal Workforce

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via
- Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part time staff)
- One extra day off each month for full-time employees
- Work-Life Balance
- Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
- Paid maternity and parental leave
- Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
- Grow Your Career
- Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
- Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
- Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Child Safe Employment

South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health's commitment to implementingthe Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

Additional Information

Temporary Positions

For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.

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📌 Finance Officer (Health Manager Lvl 1) - Mental Health Service - Perm FT (New South Wales)
🏢 NSW Health
📍 New South Wales