Job Description

The Lost Dogs' Home is one of Australia's most respected animal welfare organisations, committed to giving animals the best chance of a happy and healthy life. Through the reunification of lost pets with their families, adoption services and animal welfare programs, the organisation plays a critical role supporting Victorian communities and companion animals.

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With a proud history and strong community presence, The Lost Dogs' Home continues to invest in its people, systems and services to ensure long-term sustainability and impact. Guided by values of accountability, collaboration and stewardship, the organisation combines commercial discipline with a genuine commitment to animal welfare outcomes.

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The Role Reporting to the CEO, the Chief Financial Officer is a key member of the Executive Team and provides strategic leadership across finance, governance, risk, compliance and organisational sustainability. The role works closely with the Board and Finance & Audit Committee, ensuring that financial resources are effectively managed and aligned to supporting The Lost Dogs' Home's mission and strategic objectives.

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This role is responsible for leading all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, reporting, governance, audit, taxation and systems optimisation, while developing a high-performing finance function capable of supporting the organisation's future needs.

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As a trusted advisor to the CEO, Executive Team and Board, you will provide commercial insight, financial stewardship and strategic guidance to support informed decision-making and long-term organisational success.

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Strategic Financial Leadership

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- Develop and lead the organisation's financial strategy, ensuring alignment with strategic priorities and long-term sustainability.
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- Provide strategic financial advice and commercial insight to the CEO, Executive Team and Board.
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- Support organisational planning,



growth initiatives and resource allocation decisions.
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- Drive a culture of financial accountability and capability across the organisation.
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Financial Management & Performance

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- Lead budgeting, forecasting and long-term financial planning processes.
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- Deliver insightful financial analysis and reporting to support organisational performance.
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- Oversee cash flow, treasury management, liquidity planning and capital allocation.
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- Identify opportunities to improve financial performance, efficiencies and resource utilisation.
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Governance, Risk & Compliance

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- Maintain robust financial governance frameworks and internal controls.
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- Lead external audit processes and manage regulatory, statutory and taxation compliance.
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- Provide guidance to the Board and Finance Committee on financial risk and governance matters.
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- Ensure funding, contractual and reporting obligations are met to a high standard.
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Systems, Reporting & Transformation

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- Lead the optimisation of finance systems, reporting tools and financial processes.
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- Enhance data integrity, reporting capability and decision support across the organisation.
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- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve efficiency, accountability and scalability.
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- Champion finance technology and system enhancements, with experience in enterprise platforms highly regarded.
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Leadership & Capability

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- Lead, mentor and develop the finance team.
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- Foster a culture of high performance, accountability and continuous improvement.
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- Partner with leaders across the organisation to strengthen commercial and financial capability.
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- Contribute as an active member of the Executive Team and broader organisational initiatives.
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About You

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You are an experienced Chief Financial Officer with a track record of leading organisations through periods of change, transformation and performance improvement.

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You bring strong commercial acumen, exceptional stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at Board and Executive level. Importantly, you are a values-driven leader who understands the balance between achieving financial sustainability and supporting an organisation's broader purpose.

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You will bring:

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- Proven experience operating as a CFO or equivalent executive finance leader.
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- Robust strategic and commercial capability with the confidence to challenge and influence senior stakeholders.
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- Experience leading financial turnaround, transformation or performance improvement initiatives.
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- Demonstrated success operating within complex, stakeholder-rich environments.
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- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with Boards, Executives and operational leaders.
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- High emotional intelligence, strong judgement and a collaborative leadership style.
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- CA/CPA qualification or equivalent.
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Candidates from the for-profit and commercial sectors are encouraged to apply.

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Benefits

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- Executive-level leadership role in one of Victoria's most recognised purpose-driven organisations.
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- Opportunity to partner directly with the CEO, Board and Executive Team.
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- Play a significant role shaping the financial sustainability and future direction of the organisation.
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- Lead meaningful transformation initiatives across finance, systems and governance.
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- Collaborative culture driven by purpose, accountability and community impact.
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📌 CFO | The Lost Dogs' Home (Victoria)
🏢 Sharp & Carter Finance and Accounting
📍 Victoria