Director, Financial Management and Improvement in Adelaide

Central Adelaide Local Health Network (CALHN) is seeking an accomplished financial leader to drive financial performance, strengthen organisational sustainability and lead business improvement across South Australia’s largest health network. With a diverse and complex portfolio of hospitals and services, CALHN has a significant opportunity to optimise resources, enhance financial management and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of healthcare delivery.

The Director, Financial Management and Improvement will provide strategic financial leadership and advice to support CALHN’s organisational priorities and service performance objectives. The role will lead financial planning, business analysis and insights, performance monitoring, management reporting and the Finance Business Partner model, while driving continuous improvement, strengthening financial governance and translating financial and operational data into actionable insights that support better decision-making and sustainable improvements in patient care.

The Director will lead CALHN’s financial management and improvement functions, establishing the frameworks, partnerships and capabilities required to optimise financial performance and resource utilisation. The role will provide executive oversight of budgeting, forecasting, analysis, financial reporting and performance, while working closely with Program and corporate leadership teams to align financial resources with service priorities and drive organisational accountability.

Key priorities will include:

• Providing strategic financial leadership, developing and implementing a long-term financial management strategy aligned with CALHN’s organisational priorities, service performance objectives and financial sustainability.
• Driving financial planning and performance, overseeing budgeting, forecasting, analysis, management reporting and financial performance reviews to identify emerging pressures, manage risks and deliver agreed financial targets.
• Strengthening financial governance and accountability, ensuring robust financial management frameworks, internal controls and performance monitoring processes that support transparency, compliance and effective resource management.
• Leading the Finance Business Partner model, building trusted relationships with clinical, operational and corporate leaders and providing high-quality commercial advice, analysis and insights to inform strategic and operational decision‑making.
• Driving business improvement and reform, identifying opportunities to enhance systems, processes, technology and ways of working to improve organisational efficiency, financial performance and sustainable service delivery.
• Translating data into actionable insights, establishing meaningful financial and operational performance measures that support resource optimisation, informed decision‑making and measurable improvements across CALHN.
• Building leadership capability and a high‑performing finance function, developing and motivating teams, fostering collaboration and shared accountability, and embedding contemporary financial practices and a culture of continuous improvement.

About You

You will be an accomplished and values‑driven financial leader with a strong track record in financial management and business improvement within a large and complex organisation. You will bring demonstrated success in strengthening financial performance, optimising resources, enhancing financial governance and delivering sustainable organisational outcomes. As a strategic, analytical and influential leader, you will be skilled at navigating complexity, building trusted relationships and working effectively across clinical, operational and corporate environments.

You will have proven experience in financial planning, management reporting and performance accountability, together with the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable insights that support informed decision‑making. You will also bring extensive knowledge of contemporary financial management practices and strategic planning, and the ability to lead high-performing teams and effectively manage financial resources to deliver organisational priorities.

Why You’ll Love It Here - CALHN benefits that matter

• Boost your take‑home pay – salary packaging up to $9,010 for living expenses + $2,650 for meals and entertainment + pre‑tax super and novated lease options.
• Relocation Support: attractive relocation support for transitioning to CALHN, for eligible applicants.
• Safe connections – be part of a culture of safety and connectivity, focusing on outcomes and continuous improvements.
• Balance your life – flexible work options available.
• Stay well – fitness discounts and flu vaccinations.
• Feel supported – Employee Assistance Program for you and family.

Diversity and Inclusion

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels safe, respected, and supported. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, culturally diverse backgrounds, and LGBTQIA+ communities.

Application Information

Please refer to the role description for essential educational/vocational qualifications that may be required. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Criminal History Clearances and compliant immunisation screening as indicated in the role description. Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B.

Curious about this role? Connect with Shakiba Sarvari, Executive Officer E: Health.CALHNEDFinanceandBusinessServices@sa.gov.au