Manager Financial Services

Manager Financial Services - 12 Month Contract

Company: LG Talent Location: Mount Gambier Work Type: Contract On-site/Remote: On-site Salary: $136,000 – $150,000 per annum, plus 13% Superannuation, Income Protection Insurance, and 23 days Annual Leave.

LG Talent is seeking an experienced professional for an outstanding 12-month maternity leave contract as a Manager Financial Services. This role offers the chance to showcase your technical finance and leadership expertise within the City of Mount Gambier.

Mount Gambier, situated in the heart of the Limestone Coast, provides a unique lifestyle combining regional community living with city convenience. It offers easy access to Melbourne and Adelaide, with proximity to natural attractions. The City of Mount Gambier is a significant regional employer dedicated to delivering meaningful community outcomes.

About the Role

Reporting to the General Manager Corporate and Regulatory Services, you will lead the financial services function, driving excellence in financial management, governance, and reporting. This is a unique opportunity to:

• Influence strategic decision-making.
• Strengthen financial systems and controls.
• Lead a capable and high-performing finance team.
• Position finance as a trusted advisor across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and continuous improvement of financial systems, controls, and processes to ensure efficient operations.
• Deliver clear, accurate, and insightful financial reporting to support decision-making across the organisation and Elected Members.
• Ensure the integrity of the general ledger and compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and professional requirements.
• Oversee cash flow management and statutory reporting to maintain financial sustainability and meet obligations.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performing finance team recognised as a trusted business partner.

About You

You will possess a strong track record of success as a senior leader overseeing a high-performing Finance or Accounting team. Essential qualifications and experience include:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting/Finance.
• CPA, CA, or CIMA membership.
• Proven experience leading high-performing finance teams.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Sound judgement, political awareness, and stakeholder management capability.
• Experience within complex organisations. Local government experience is highly regarded.

Why Join the City of Mount Gambier?

In addition to a rewarding leadership role, you will benefit from:

• Above-award employment conditions including +1% additional superannuation.
• Flexible work arrangements including RDO (Rostered Day Off).
• Generous leave provisions including additional annual leave and a wellbeing day.
• Strong focus on wellbeing, with EAP (Employee Assistance Program), health initiatives, and support programs.
• Support for growth, including study leave, development, and career progression opportunities.
• A supportive, collaborative workplace culture.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful community impact.

Apply Now

Please apply via Seek, quoting reference CMG020726, by 9 am on 20 July 2026. Your application should include a detailed CV and cover letter.

Enquiries are most welcome. To obtain a Candidate Information Pack, please phone, text, or email Heather Oliver at LG Talent in confidence on 04•• ••• 969 or hea••••@lgtalent.com.au.