Are you looking for the right career and lifestyle move?  Do you want to make an impact on the future of the community you live in?  Here's your opportunity to kick a career goal while you enjoy an incredible lifestyle on the beautiful Barrington Coast. 

The role & you 

We are seeking an experienced and strategic finance professional to join our team as Financial Strategy Coordinator. Reporting to the Manager Finance, this pivotal role leads the Finance Business Partnering team and is responsible for the organisation’s management accounting function. You will play a key role in shaping long, medium and short-term financial planning, delivering high quality internal financial reporting, and driving financial capability across MidCoast Council.

In this role, you will lead the development of a high performing, customer focused finance team that partners with business units to improve financial processes and enable informed decision making. You will oversee the preparation and delivery of accurate, insightful financial reports and analysis to guide executive planning and enhance financial accountability. A key focus will be the coordination and integration of Council’s budgeting and planning processes, including the delivery of key documents such as the Long-Term Financial Plan, 4-year budget estimates, and the Statement of Revenue Policy.

You will work closely with leaders across the organisation to model financial scenarios, assess the impact of service delivery changes, and ensure strategic alignment with the Community Strategic Plan and other corporate frameworks. The role also supports ongoing improvements to reporting tools, dashboards, KPIs and performance frameworks that enhance financial transparency and drive long-term sustainability.

To be successful in this role, you will hold degree level qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline, along with a CA or CPA qualification (or an Australian recognised equivalent). You will bring a minimum of five years' experience in a senior finance role, with local government experience highly regarded. Your background will include demonstrated success in financial strategy development, particularly in the creation of long-term financial plans. You will also have strong experience in preparing monthly and quarterly budget review reports, along with a proven ability to enhance how financial information is analysed and presented to stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead meaningful change, enhance MidCoast Council’s financial sustainability, and help deliver positive outcomes for the community.

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Closing date: Sunday 7 September 2025 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Phil Brennan, Manager Finance, who is the hiring manager for this role. Phil can be reached on (02) 7955 7287 or at phil.brennan@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process contact Corinne Matlawski, Human Resources Business Partner, who is the HR representative for this role. Corinne can be reached on (02) 7955 7275 or at corinne.matlawski@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

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Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.