Senior Manager Finance, Budgeting and Reporting

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NSW Trustee and Guardian is seeking a Senior Manager Finance, Budgeting and Reporting to lead the finance, budgeting and external reporting functions within the Financial Performance and Investments Division. This full-time, onsite role is based in Parramatta and Sydney CBD with flexible and hybrid working options, offering a Clerk Grade 11/12 salary from $154,231 to $178,369 plus 12% superannuation and annual leave loading. You will drive accurate statutory and performance reporting, maintain robust financial governance frameworks, and provide expert financial advice to support executive decision making and client‑focused outcomes, emphasising strong business partnering and stakeholder engagement. Essential requirements include CA or CPA qualifications, relevant tertiary study, NSW Government experience, and willingness to travel between offices. How to apply: submit online with a resume (up to five pages) and a two-page cover letter, review the role description, and use the Capability Framework in preparation; closing date is 2 August 2026.

Senior Manager Finance, Budgeting and Reporting – NSW Trustee and Guardian

• Ongoing full-time opportunity
• Location: Parramatta and Sydney CBD. Flexible and hybrid working options available.
• Clerk Grade: Level 11/12. Base salary $154,231 p.a. to $178,369 p.a. plus 12% superannuation and annual leave loading

About us

At NSW Trustee and Guardian our purpose is to support the rights, welfare, and interests of the people of NSW. The agency supports the NSW Trustee, the Public Guardian and the Commissioner of Dormant Funds to carry out their statutory functions. We do this by providing a range of customer-centred services, including Will-making, trustee, financial management and guardianship services, including some for the state’s most vulnerable people.

We support over 50,000 customers annually and manage almost seven billion dollars in customer assets. A NSW government agency within the Communities and Justice Portfolio, our services help support and protect people at critical moments in their lives.

Our commitment to diversity

Our workplace reflects the diverse community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. This includes women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, the LGBTQIA+ community and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

About the team

Financial Performance and Investments Division comprises teams supporting the financial and investment needs of our clients as well as maintaining, enhancing, and protecting their assets.  These services cover the management of properties, shares, investments, and other personal assets; the processing of customer and third-party payments and receipts; the handling of a range of taxation matters; developing financial plans and budgets to support our customers; and providing corporate frameworks, tools and services for Procurement, Project Management Governance, and Budgeting and Reporting to the organisation.

About the role

The Senior Manager Finance, Budgeting and Reporting is responsible for supporting the financial management of NSW Trustee and Guardian, providing timely and appropriate financial information to internal and external stakeholders, and building organisation-wide financial literacy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading finance, budgeting and external reporting functions.
• Ensuring accurate statutory reporting, financial and performance reporting.
• Maintaining strong financial governance frameworks, systems, policies and procedures.
• Providing expert advice and engaging with internal and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making.

 For more information about the position, view the role description.
 

About you

We are looking for an experienced finance leader with a strong track record in financial management, accounting, budgeting and reporting within a complex environment. You will bring strong business partnering skills,  and the ability to provide clear financial analysis, advice and insights to support executive decision-making and organisational performance.

Applications are encouraged if you:

• Have exceptional business partnership and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Have experience finalising financial statements for inclusion in annual reports.
• Are skilled in preparing budgets, forecasts and performance reports.
• Have a sound understanding of Australian Accounting Standards, statutory reporting and NSW Government financial requirements.
• Can provide high-quality financial advice and insights to support business planning and decision-making.
• Have experience leading and developing finance teams to deliver accurate, timely and customer-focused outcomes.
• Hold tertiary qualifications in finance, business management, commerce and/or accounting, with CA or CPA qualifications and membership.
• Understand NSW Government and NSWTG’s services and client base.
• Are willing to travel between our Parramatta and City offices as required.

Key knowledge and experience

• Extensive experience and a record of achievement in financial services or other relevant fields in a complex work environment.

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualifications and knowledge, skills and experience in a relevant discipline or industry such as finance, business management, commerce, and/or accounting.
• CA and CPA qualifications and membership.
• Understanding of NSW government and NSWTG’s key services and client base.  

What we offer

NSW Trustee and Guardian offers interesting, challenging and rewarding work that has real purpose. Other benefits of joining us include:

• work-life balance with flexible work options (working from different work locations, variable start/finish times, job sharing)
• various leave options (recreation, parental, and flex leave of up to 24 days per year)
• career development including study leave and acting opportunities
• access to Fitness Passport and employee assistance program, and annual flu vaccinations

Be part of something bigger. For more information about joining us, visit the Careers page on our website.

How to apply

To apply for this role:

• complete the online application
• submit a resume (maximum five pages) and brief cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the role.

Read: writing your job application for tips on the application process.

Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice applications and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.

Closing date

Applications close 11:59pm, Sunday 2 August 2026

For enquiries about the role, please contact Stephen Matthews, Executive Director | Financial Performance and Investments via email on [email protected]

For enquiries about the recruitment process, please contact Talent Advisor, Hina Maudarbocus on [email protected].

Please do not send your applications directly via email, LinkedIn, or SEEK. Only applications submitted via the online portal will be accepted. 

Please note:

• If you need an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture via email at [email protected]
• Offers of employment will be subject to reference checks and relevant clearances.
• A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for 18 months.

Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.