Do you believe every family deserves a village? Are you energised by community connection, early childhood development, and empowering volunteers? If you love people, thrive on variety, and want your work to make a genuine difference — you’ll feel right at home with Playgroup NSW.

We’re looking for an Executive Lead, Finance to drive financial sustainability, strong governance, and operational excellence across our organisation.

WHAT YOU’LL DO – YOUR PURPOSE

As our Executive Lead, Finance, you will play a vital role in ensuring Playgroup NSW is financially strong, well‑governed, and positioned for long‑term success. Reporting with the CEO, you will oversee core financial operations, support strategic planning, ensure compliance, and contribute to organisation‑wide risk and data management.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Operations: Oversee daily AP/AR, payroll, reconciliations and transactions. Deliver accurate monthly/annual reporting, cashflow management, budgeting, forecasting and system optimisation.
• Strategy & Financial Management: Provide financial insights and modelling to the CEO, Leadership Team and Board. Lead long‑term financial sustainability, scenario planning and audit readiness.
• Risk & Compliance: Manage the Risk Register, Compliance Calendar and policy governance. Coordinate insurance, contract and legal workflows, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Data, Systems & Digital Support: Support digital platforms, data governance and cybersecurity. Assist with IT vendor management, CRM oversight and performance/data quality monitoring.
• Financial Partnering: Provide financial advice to program and operational teams, including modelling, budgeting and grant acquittals. Strengthen financial controls and organisational efficiency.
• People Leadership: Build a capable, values‑aligned team through coaching, development and strong cultural leadership.

KEY SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, Commerce or similar, plus CA/CPA qualification.
• Demonstrated experience leading finance operations, reporting, budgeting and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and not‑for‑profit sector requirements.
• Experience with Xero, Microsoft 365, financial modelling and grant/funding acquittals.
• Strong skills in risk management, controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative, proactive approach aligned with Playgroup NSW’s values.
• Experience leading teams and supporting organisational change
• A Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain one).

For you to be successful in the role, it is important that you can address all the above requirements.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

• We love collaboration: Work alongside dedicated and experienced professionals
• We embrace flexible Working: Deliver your best work within a hybrid and flexible work environment
• We have excellent employee benefits: Enjoy extra leave to recharge after all the hard work.
• We do purpose-driven work: See how you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of others every day.
• We empower your professional growth: Regular professional development opportunities.
• We care about your wellbeing: Feel further supported through our Employee Assistance Program
• We offer tax-free benefits:  enjoy up to $15,900 in tax-free salary packaging.

READY TO JOIN US?

If you’re an experienced finance professional motivated by strong governance, meaningful community impact, and shaping organisational sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.

We are reviewing candidates as they apply — so we encourage early submissions.