Join the Workforce Operational Strategic Unit at NSW Health for an exciting temporary opportunity (up to May 2027) to be part of something truly transformative! Our team is at the forefront of building and expanding innovative health workforce solutions including the NSW Health Deployment Program.
We are strategically positioned to make a significant impact, enriching health in millions of ways every day. You'll be working in a competitive and stimulating environment that fosters creativity and innovation.
Be part of an operational and strategic team that plans, develops, facilitates, and evaluates health workforce strategies including the NSW Health Deployment Program. Providing nurses, midwives, and allied health staff opportunities to travel and work at hospitals and health services that have a short-term need for their skills and experience. Together, we can achieve extraordinary things!
About us
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Building a sustainable future for NSW Health.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
Join a dynamic and purpose driven team where your financial expertise directly supports the delivery of vital health services and programs across NSW. You’ll play a key part in shaping budgets, guiding financial decisions, and ensuring compliance. You’ll work closely with service managers, providing insights that drive efficiency and accountability. With a strong focus on collaboration, innovation and professional development, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about financial integrity and thrive in a fast-paced, service orientated environment, we’d love to hear from you.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Health Manager Level 2, starting salary from $118,821 - $140,201 per annum plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 38-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you will be doing
- Provide the team with forecasting, budget development, cost centre management, oversight for assigned General Ledger (GL) Accounts, Financial Reports and provision of financial expertise
- Implement and maintaining financial services including, ordering, receipt of goods, invoicing, budget adjustments, cost centre management, financial analysis, preparation of business cases and reviewing GL for accuracy in line with finance and branch timetables
- Review ledger to determine accruals for expenditure/revenue monthly and ensure journals for Intra Health are processed in accordance with guidelines
- Provide training and education to managers regarding the use of financial systems, financial reporting and interpretation of financial data
- Compliance with requirements of the Account and Audit Determination, Accounting Manual and other NSW Ministry of Health directives as they apply to internal reporting.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, commerce, finance or related discipline and/or eligibility for membership in a recognised professional accounting body supported by demonstrated experience in a similar role within a diverse government or commercial environment
- The skills to create sustainable reporting and monitoring systems to provide accurate, timely management support
- Demonstrated experience in reporting, budgeting, planning, forecasting and evaluation at strategic and service levels
- Demonstrated extensive experience and proficiency in using financial management systems as well as advanced skills in Microsoft Office applications.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description, submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages), cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by addressing the two target questions (1-2 pages) below as part of the application process:
Target Questions:
- Can you describe a time when you developed or improved a financial reporting system to support management decision making? What tools did you use, and how did your solution enhance accuracy or timeliness ?
- How do you ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal policies when managing accounts and preparing financial reports?
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Greg Price on
[email protected] and quote
REQ672539.
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact
[email protected].
For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government
Closing Date: Tuesday, 21 July 2026 (11:59PM)
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging.
If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.
To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: Tuesday, 21 July 2026 (11:59PM).
