Business Manager Position

Accountable to:    Chief Executive Officer

Reporting to:          Chief Executive Officer/Board of Management

Classification:       Permanent- Full Time

Status:                      Salaried

Location:                  Negotiable

Position Overview

Reporting to the CEO, this role is responsible for formulating proposals and developing well researched and detailed financial and human resource plans to support the Country Homes Services strategy, sustainability and service offerings as defined by clients, Board strategy, legislation and accreditation standards.

The Business Manager will be a highly valued senior team member, contributing ideas and perspectives to resolve other more general operational challenges and helping to safeguard CHS reputation for integrity and values-based decision-making.

The Business Manager can be based in Nuriootpa, Clare or Yorke Peninsula.

Tasks will include but not be limited to

• Oversee daily financial operations, including accounting, reporting, budgeting and payroll
• Provide strategic financial insights to support decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with statutory law and financial regulations.
• Streamline financial processes to optimise efficiency.
• Enhance the accuracy and reliability of financial data.
• Develop financial plans for the Board and CEO, including performance reporting, risk minimisation and forecasting
• Funding submissions
• Manage, review and maintain asset registers and insurance policies
• Participate in Management team meetings and other meetings as required
• Ensure adequate resources (people, material, equipment) for activities.
• IT management
• Recruitment and retention implementation
• Management and leadership of administration staff

Education: Degree in Accounting, finance or related discipline

Experience: Demonstrated experience in a similar role

If you would like to apply for this position, ask any questions or if you would like a full job description, then please contact our CEO, Donna Lehmann direct at donna.lehmann@countryhomeservices.org.au or phone Donna on 0412 472 533.

Applications close on Monday September 2nd at 5pm.