South Western Sydney Local Health District

Reference number

REQ684426

Occupation

Financial Analysis/Research/Reporting

Work type

Full-Time

Location

Sydney - West

Salary Information

$118821 - $140201

Closing date

23 August 2026 at 11:59pm

Requisition ID: REQ684426

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time, 38 hours per week until July 2027

Remuneration: $2,277.19 - $2,686.94 per week + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)

Location: Ingham Institute/District

Applications close: 23/08/26

Contact: Kim Jobburn - Project Director, Clinical Trials on 0477 388 601 | [email protected]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

South Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking an experienced and strategic finance leader to play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and sustainability of clinical trials across the District. This role will lead the financial management of clinical trial activities, partnering with investigators, the Clinical Trials Support Unit (CTSU), sponsors, CROs and external stakeholders to develop trial budgets, negotiate contracts and ensure financially viable study delivery. Providing expert advice on feasibility, financial risk and funding opportunities, the successful candidate will drive revenue optimisation, cost recovery strategies and process improvements to strengthen financial performance.

The position has end-to-end responsibility for forecasting, reporting, invoicing and financial reconciliation, while also contributing to key organisational initiatives including implementation of the National Clinical Trials Governance Framework, audit readiness and policy development. Leading a specialist clinical trials finance team, this role offers the opportunity to influence strategic decision-making, build strong stakeholder relationships and help shape the future of clinical research within one of Australia's largest and most diverse health districts.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate is a commercially astute and strategic finance professional with demonstrated experience in budget modelling, contract negotiation and financial risk assessment, ideally within a clinical trials, healthcare, research or similarly complex regulated environment. You will be highly skilled in translating complex financial information into clear, actionable insights that support informed decision-making by both financial and non-financial stakeholders. With strong experience in revenue cycle management, cost recovery frameworks and financial performance monitoring, you will leverage data analytics, forecasting and reporting tools to drive sustainable outcomes and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.





Your ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with clinicians, executives, sponsors and external partners will be key to your success, as will your proven leadership capability in developing high-performing teams, setting direction and fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration. A strong understanding of governance, compliance and audit requirements is essential, together with a proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused mindset that enables you to navigate complexity and deliver cutting-edge, sustainable financial outcomes.

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 qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field and/or demonstrated equivalent extensive experience in a health care setting.
- Proven experience in developing, reviewing and negotiating clinical trial budgets and financial terms with external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated analytical and reporting capability, including the ability to prepare accurate financial forecasts, impact assessments, dashboards, variance analysis and financial summaries, using multiple systems (including CTMS).
- Strong knowledge of financial governance, compliance, revenue management, invoicing, reconciliation and cost-recovery principles.
- Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, including supervision, training, performance management and capability uplift of finance or operational staff.
- Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for clinical, operational and executive audiences.
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail and high standards of financial integrity.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and alignment with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), NSW Health policies, NCTGF requirements and organisational governance frameworks. Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P- . 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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- Applicants will be assessedagainst the criteria in the Position Description.

- How to Apply

- Read our application guide and tips for improving your application.

- 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 [email protected]
- 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

- For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [email protected]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

- Financial Perks
- 12% superannuation
- Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
- 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

- Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.

- Health & Wellbeing

- 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

Additional Information

- Vaccination Requirements
- All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.

- 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 implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel protected, 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.

- 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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