He will commence on 2 August and will have responsibility for finance shared services such as payroll, accounts payable and accounts receivable; financial reporting analysis; and treasury functions.

Mr Crevola is currently Chief Finance Officer at WA Department of Communities and has a strong track record of business improvement, finance transformation, capital management and risk and financial management.

He has held chief finance officer and senior executive roles for large and complex public and private organisations.

Making the announcement St John of God Health Care Group CEO Dr Shane Kelly said that Michael had been selected from a highly competitive pool because of his broad experience both as a CFO and in business leadership.

“Michael’s expertise shaping the strategic and operational focus of organisations will be an important contributor to ensuring St John of God Health Care can continue to meet the needs of the communities we serve,” Dr Kelly said.

“He has outstanding credentials in financial reporting, Board reporting, risk management, accounting procedures and corporate governance policies and will be an outstanding addition to our leadership team.

“I’m delighted that St John of God Health Care has attracted someone of Michael’s calibre.”