Clinical Trials Finance Manager (Health Manager Lvl 2) - Temp FT

Selection Criteria 

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below. 

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field and/or demonstrated equivalent extensive experience in a health care setting.

• Proven experience in developing, reviewing and negotiating clinical trial budgets and financial terms with external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated analytical and reporting capability, including the ability to prepare accurate financial forecasts, impact assessments, dashboards, variance analysis and financial summaries, using multiple systems (including CTMS).

• Strong knowledge of financial governance, compliance, revenue management, invoicing, reconciliation and cost-recovery principles.

• Demonstrated leadership and people management experience, including supervision, training, performance management and capability uplift of finance or operational staff.

• Highly developed communication, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to translate financial concepts for clinical, operational and executive audiences.

• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage competing priorities and meet strict deadlines while maintaining accuracy, attention to detail and high standards of financial integrity.

• Commitment to continuous improvement, innovation and alignment with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), NSW Health policies, NCTGF requirements and organisational governance frameworks.

• Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.

• Position Information

• How to Apply 

• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion

  • We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact

    **********@health.nsw.gov.au

  • We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

• Aboriginal Workforce 

• Financial Perks

  • 12% superannuation

  • Salary packaging and novated leasing via 

    Smart Salary

  • Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)

  • One extra day off each month for full-time employees

• Work-Life Balance

  • Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)

  • Paid maternity and parental leave

  • Generous leave options like long service and carers leave

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• Health & Wellbeing

  • Discounted gym membership through 

    Fitness Passport

  • Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)

  • Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

• Vaccination Requirements 

• Child Safe Employment 

  • South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the

    Child Safe Standards

    . We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.

• Temporary Positions 

  • For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.