About us
Kambu Health stands as a proud community-controlled, not-for-profit organisation that has been a pillar of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing across the Ipswich and West Moreton region since 1973. Established in response to the urgent need for equitable, accessible, and culturally safe healthcare services. Over the decades, we have evolved into a trusted provider of health and community services while remaining deeply connected to the cultural values, traditions, and aspirations of the community we serve. Today, Kambu Health employs over 100 dedicated staff, offering a comprehensive range of integrated services, including primary, allied and specialist health services, early childhood education and family support programs, across multiple clinics and community centres.

Our work is firmly rooted in our commitment to promoting cultural authority, enhancing community wellbeing, and improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. If you are interest in creating pathways for families to access the health, social, and educational services in a seamless, holistic manner that honours their cultural heritage and strengthens future generations, then Kambu Health is for you.

Values
Cultural Authority

We celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, empowering individuals, and families to embrace their cultural identity in every aspect of care. We believe and action self-determination through choice, and holistic service practices.

Child-Centric

We prioritize children’s needs and well-being by integrating physical, emotional, and cultural dimensions into our services.

Accessibility and Inclusivity

We ensure fair access to services for all families, especially marginalised groups, through a "no-wrong-door" approach.

Collaboration and Excellence

We foster partnerships to enhance care delivery, striving for higher standards and continuous improvement in service quality.

Respect and Confidential Practices

We respect our community, clients and stakeholders maintaining confidentiality to build and maintain trust.

About the role

• $200,000 per annum (plus statutory superannuation and leave loading)
• Full-Time Fixed-Term

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will provide leadership, direction and management of the finance team. The CFO will provide strategic recommendations to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), executive team and Board. Kambu Health is a fully funded organisation with multiple funding streams, with variable timelines and complexity.

Primary Responsibilities:
Some key duties will include (but will not be limited to):
• Financial Management: Take responsibility for developing and delivering the organisations financial management and/or control systems including financial forecasting, budgets, grant funding acquittals and compliance;
• Leadership: Manage a dedicated finance team and provide advice, regular updates and reports to the program managers, CEO and Board;
• Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders;
• Strategy / Continuous Improvement: Provide trend analysis and make appropriate recommendations around organisational financial performance; and
• Funding: Identify ways to diversify and strengthen funding income

You will have two direct reports in your team including a Financial Accountant and Finance Officer and as a team you will be empowered to strategically lead the finance function and improve overall financial and funding management. Kambu currently utilises MYOB Acumatica (formerly MYOB Advanced Business) and a separate payroll system, Employment Hero.

About the successful applicant

We are seeking a driven expert with several years’ experience in financial management, who has established a successful career in a senior finance role in either the not-for-profit or commercial sector. It is considered essential that you have CPA, or equivalent certification. Experience with cost allocations and grant funding acquittals will be highly regarded.

To be successful in this role, you will have:
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance and economics
• MBA and or CPA/CA is highly desirable
• Ten (10) years’ experience in a similar industry; examples will be sought
• As you will be building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, it is essential you possess superior relationship management, communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

What we offer
Kambu Health embraces equal employment opportunities and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. Benefits we offer to our employees:
• Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
• Four (4) weeks annual leave
• Annual Christmas closure for all Kambu Health employees, with an additional two (2) gifted annual leave days
• Non-Taxable Fringe Benefits salary packaging options amounting to $15,886 per annum
• Uniform Provided
• Paid Mandatory Training, Disclosure Training, CPR and First Aid
• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunities for both internal and external career growth, including professional development and networking events
• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate individual needs
• Opportunities to attend community and staff events throughout the year.

We strive to create an inclusive and supportive workplace environment where every employee can thrive and contribute to our mission of serving the community's health needs.

Applications
You should provide a resume and a cover letter (no more than 2 pages) addressing the selection criteria listed within the position description in your application. Please apply online - applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact listed.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples encouraged to apply.

Contact
• Human Resources
• E: [email protected]
• T: 0439 273 603
• Applications close: 2 weeks after the listing date

Find out more about working at Kambu Health at www.kambuhealth.com.au
Kambu Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity