Director Corporate Services – Weddin Shire Council – Grenfell
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TRP $230,000 inclusive of super
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Executive leadership role
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Shape Council’s financial sustainability
Weddin Shire Council is seeking an experienced local government leader to join its Executive Leadership Team as Director Corporate Services. This position is based in Grenfell, NSW and reports to the General Manager, this role provides strategic and operational leadership across the corporate functions that support Council’s services, decision making and long term financial sustainability.
The portfolio spans Finance, Customer Services, Arts, Events and Tourism, Economic Development, Information Technology and Records. The Director also serves as Council’s Responsible Accounting Officer.
Council is focused on strengthening its financial planning, organisational capability and corporate systems. The opportunity is well suited to a leader who can combine strong financial expertise with practical, visible leadership and work effectively across a diverse portfolio.
Priorities include:
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Strengthening long term financial planning and its integration with asset management and service delivery.
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Improving budgeting, financial reporting and the quality of advice supporting organisational decisions.
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Building capability, accountability and greater collaboration across the Corporate Services directorate.
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Progressing records digitisation, technology and process improvement initiatives.
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Advancing tourism and economic development opportunities across the Shire.
The preferred candidate will bring senior local government experience, strong financial and strategic management capability and a sound understanding of relevant legislation, compliance and continuous improvement requirements. Degree qualifications in Accounting or Finance and current Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) or Chartered Accountant (CA) accreditation are essential.
The position offers a Total Remuneration Package of $230,000 inclusive of base salary and superannuation.
This is an opportunity to make a tangible contribution within a rural Council where strong corporate leadership directly supports organisational sustainability and community outcomes.
Applications close 5:00 pm AEST Friday 6 November 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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