Unique Multi-Utility (Electricity and Water) Darwin Based - Lifestyle and Career
This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the financial health and sustainability of one of the Northern Territory's most crucial infrastructure organisations operating in a dynamic and evolving market.
About the Company Power and Water Corporation delivers essential electricity and water services across the Northern Territory with a strong focus on the renewable energy transition. Their Finance and Business Services unit is at the heart of maintaining the organisation's financial integrity, compliance, and long-term viability, supporting the energy transition and infrastructure development critical to the region's future.
The Role
Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will lead the Corporate Finance function in the delivery of statutory reporting, financial audits, treasury, and strategic finance activities. You will also ensure compliance with the requirements of the Australian Energy Regulator. Your leadership and critical financial insights will support long-term business decisions and strategic direction, enabling you to impact the future success of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities: Lead the external audit program and manage statutory financial reporting to key stakeholders, including the NT Department of Treasury and Finance, the Australian Taxation Office, and the Australian Energy Regulator. Provide expert advice on the corporation's financial health, including long-term financing, borrowing decisions, and regulatory alignment. Ensure the integrity and accuracy of financial systems, ledgers, and reports, while driving continuous improvement across the finance function. Build capability within the Finance and Business Services team, focusing on talent management and succession planning. Work closely with senior leadership to set performance targets, assist in budgeting, and provide strategic financial guidance. Foster a high-performing team culture that aligns with Power & Water's values, focusing on employee engagement, development, and well-being.
The role is based in Darwin and cannot be performed remotely from an interstate location.
About You
You are a strategic leader with a proven track record in accounting and financial management, ideally within a regulated or asset intensive environment. Your experience includes leading teams through change, managing complex financial systems, and navigating regulatory requirements. With superior leadership skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving, you are adept at influencing senior stakeholders, creating solutions and driving sustainable change. Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business or similar, with either CA or CPA membership is desirable.
Why Join Us?
This exciting opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact on the financial future of Power and Water Corporation. You will work with a talented team of professionals in a dynamic environment that values diversity and inclusion. Working with a highly engaged team this role offers a genuine pathway to the Executive Leadership Team.
In addition, you will receive five weeks annual leave, professional development opportunities, and work / life balance initiatives. Relocation assistance will be provided to the successful candidate.
Ready to make your mark?
If you are ready to lead financial excellence and innovation, please forward your application by Monday 7th October 2024 via the Apply button. For queries, please contact Engage People on 08 7905 4704 or .#J-18808-Ljbffr
