Manager Finance & Compliance – Centacare Bathurst NSW

Are you seeking:

• A senior leadership role with genuine impact and purpose, supporting services at the heart of the community?
• The opportunity to lead finance, risk and compliance functions, with scope to influence organisational performance and decision-making?
• The lifestyle and community benefits of a major regional centre?

Led by Bishop Michael McKenna, the Catholic Diocese of Bathurst is a diverse mix of mountain ranges to the east, rolling tablelands through the Central West, sprawling plains to the north-west, and thriving regional and rural communities throughout, with major regional centres including Orange, Dubbo, Bathurst, Mudgee, Cowra and Lithgow.

Centacare is the official professional social services agency of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Bathurst. Centacare was established by the Bishop and Trustees of the Diocese in June 1988 as an expression of the social mission of the Catholic Church throughout the Diocese.

The work of Centacare is the living witness to the Christian values of charity, hope, love, and fullness of life. The Gospel “I have come that you may have life and have it to the full” (John 10:10) is the foundation for Centacare’s mission, vision, and values.

Centacare is a not-for-profit agency, a registered charity and carries Public Benevolent Institution status. Centacare is an entity of the Trustees of the Roman Catholic Church for the Diocese of Bathurst, established as a body corporate by the Roman Catholic Church Trust Property Act (1936 Amended).

Living in Bathurst

Bathurst is Australia’s oldest inland European settlement, located on the traditional lands of the Wiradjuri people, and offers a strong cultural identity and lifestyle for residents of all ages.

The Bathurst region is home for approx. 45,000 people and appeals to those who want a balanced and affordable lifestyle, strong community values, access to good education and work opportunities, a touch of heritage and culture, and the outdoors — all without the hustle, expense and congestion of major metropolitan living.

Further Information

Additional information, including the range of programs and services provided by Centacare, can be viewed by visiting their website located at https://centacarecwo.org.au/

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Position Overview

Position Title: Manager Finance & Compliance

Reports to: Director

Position Purpose

The Manager Finance & Compliance is responsible for leading the organisation’s finance and compliance functions, ensuring effective financial management, robust internal controls, and compliance with legislative, regulatory and funding requirements.

The role provides oversight of financial operations, including budgeting, reporting, audit coordination, and financial systems, while supporting the organisation’s operational and strategic objectives.

The position plays a key role in maintaining and strengthening risk management, compliance and quality frameworks, and supports a culture of accountability and continuous improvement across the organisation.

Working closely with the Director and Leadership Team (Managers), the Manager Finance & Compliance provides timely advice, analysis and support to inform decision-making and enhance organisational performance.

The role is also responsible for the leadership and development of the finance and administration team, ensuring effective service delivery and alignment with Centacare’s mission, values and operational priorities.

The Manager Finance & Compliance may act in the role of the Director when required.

At a later stage in this project, you will be provided a full position description and the 2025-2028 Strategic Plan. You will also be briefed on the success criteria for the first 12 months in the role.

Key Relationships

Reporting to the Director, and leading a team of 4 people, the direct reports to this role are:

• Financial Controller
• Finance Officer
• Administration Team Leader/Compliance Officer
• CRM Project Manager

The role will liaise with funding bodies, other community service providers, vendors, consultants and clients.

An organisation chart will be provided at a later stage in this project.

Commencement

The position is now available; however, the start date is negotiable.

Location

The central office is located 107 William Street Bathurst. Ideally the Manager would be based there, however consideration would be given to being based in either the Dubbo or Orange office.

Conditions of Employment

• A salary of circa $160,000 plus superannuation is expected to attract the high calibre person we seek.
• As a Public Benevolent Institution, Centacare provides access to salary packaging benefits, which may increase the net value of the remuneration package. Currently up to $15,900, FBT exempt Meal and Entertainment Card up to $2,650, and novated lease packaging with pre and post-tax contributions.
• This is a permanent, full-time position. The standard 6-month probation period applies.
• Relocation assistance is available, up to $2,000
• As a Centacare employee, you will have access to the Fitness Passport benefit
• Additional paid leave (days between Boxing Day and the New Year’s Day, Birthday leave)
• Applicants will require a current Drivers Licence to fulfil the requirements of the role.
• Prior to appointment the successful applicant will possess a current, approved Working With Children Check and be willing to go through National Criminal History Check with clearance.

Selection Criteria

We invite expressions of interest from people who align with the following:

• Willingness and capacity to work within the Catholic identity and ethos of Centacare.
• Financial leadership experience evidenced by:
  • Having led and developed a team to support an organisation’s vision and values.
  • strong analytical capabilities.
  • An understanding of governance and risk management.
• Highly developed relationship building and demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in managing and implementing systems and process improvements, such as Finance and Payroll Systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to exercise sensitivity, discretion and confidentiality.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and a member of a professional accounting body, combined with a track record of continuing professional development.

 Are You Interested?

If you are interested in this role, please use the ‘Express Your Interest’ panel on this webpage; or email jobs@traksearch.com quoting ref number TS1585-78. All we require at the outset is a resume, email address and mobile telephone number. No other documentation is required from you to express your interest. All emails and resumes are acknowledged within 48 hours. Please contact us again if this does not occur.

Questions can be directed to John Chesher (0417 068 220); Lauren Minter (0421 364 240); or by email to jobs@traksearch.com

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The Selection Process

The timeline for this project is as follows:

We have been instructed to provide a process that is transparent and welcoming.

• We are available for your confidential enquiries. We will also provide additional information to allow you to explore how the role aligns with your expectations and interests.
• Closing is 5.00pm on the date shown above. However, a late application could be accepted, providing it does not adversely impact other applications or the Centacare schedule.
• We expect to complete one work-related reference prior to shortlisting. We anticipate speaking with another work-related referee between shortlisting and interviews; with final references completed in the final stages of the process. No referee will be contacted without your express consent.
• The selection committee will provide an option of an online interview in circumstances where a person is unable to visit for the initial face-to-face meeting.
• Please be aware our standard practice utilises the services of an external specialist in pre-employment screening. This service includes employment history verification; Police Check; and academic qualifications and professional memberships verification.
• Prior to the shortlisting process, information provided to Trak Search will be made available, in confidence, to the Director, or his nominee, unless you instruct otherwise.
• For more information on our process click here to access the ‘Frequently Asked Questions’.
• Only people with the unrestricted right to work in Australia may apply for this role.
• People are contacted and discussions commence soon after applications are received. We do not wait until the close date. There are advantages in applying immediately.

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