Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW)
Wagga Wagga, NSW | Executive Leadership | Full-time, Permanent

Lead strategy. Drive excellence. Shape the future of Catholic education.
Relocation allowance included.

The Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga is seeking a highly capable Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to join its Executive Leadership Team.

Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this pivotal role provides strategic and operational leadership across finance, governance, information technology, and capital works, ensuring resources are managed with integrity, transparency, and purpose.

About Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga
Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools and five secondary colleges, including two boarding facilities. Our staff support principals and school teams in their work to maximise student learning, growth and development.
We are committed to nurturing a faith-filled and inclusive learning environment where our people feel supported, inspired and connected to purpose.

Why this role matters
At CEDWW, we’re focused on creating workplaces where people feel supported, valued, and inspired to contribute to the mission of Catholic education.
As CFO, you will play a key role in shaping the system’s financial sustainability, governance, and infrastructure. You’ll guide and mentor teams across schools and the system office, ensuring that stewardship, compliance, and innovation underpin every decision.

What you’ll do

• Partner with the Executive Director and Executive Leadership Team to deliver financial, governance, technology and infrastructure strategies aligned with CEDWW’s mission.
• Lead and mentor teams across Finance, Governance, IT and Capital Works to deliver collaborative, high-performing outcomes.
• Support the Executive Director in meeting their financial reporting obligations to diocesan governance bodies, including the Catholic Education Council and Diocesan Finance Council.
• Oversee budgeting, financial planning and reporting, ensuring transparent, responsible and sustainable management of resources across 29 schools and the system office.
• Provide leadership in risk management, governance, compliance and audit, maintaining integrity and accountability in all operations.
• Direct the development and delivery of capital works and facilities plans that create contemporary, safe and inspiring learning environments.
• Champion digital transformation through a robust, secure and future-focused IT strategy.
• Represent CEDWW in external forums, government consultations and Catholic education networks across NSW.

About you
You’re a strategic, values-driven leader who combines commercial acumen with empathy and integrity. You bring curiosity, fairness, and courage to your work, guiding teams through change with confidence and care.

You’ll bring:

•  Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Commerce, or Accounting (postgraduate
  qualifications desirable).
• CA, CPA, or equivalent professional accreditation.
•  At least 7–10 years’ senior finance or executive leadership experience across
  complex organisations.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial management, governance, technology, and
  resource stewardship.
• Proven ability to mentor teams, build trusted relationships, and lead with integrity.
• Current Working with Children Check, National Criminal History Check and Driver’s
  Licence
• Alignment with the mission and values of Catholic education.

The offer

• Executive, permanent role based at McAlroy House, Wagga Wagga.
• Generous salary package, including a fully maintained vehicle (and all associated
  costs).
• Relocation allowance
• Discounted Bupa Health insurance
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program through Thrive Psychology
• Work within a purpose-led organisation committed to people, learning and
  community.

Application & Enquiries

If you are interested in this position and would like further information, please contact Leanne McDonnell via email at [email protected]

Applicants should submit a cover letter (outlining why they’re applying, the skills they will bring to the role, and any previous relevant experience) alongside a copy of their resume to [email protected]

Applications close on Wednesday 3rd December 11:59pm AEST

CEDWW is a child related employer and is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care

CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.