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This role offers you the chance to lead a knowledgeable and supportive team, driving excellence in both internal and external financial reporting while fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture.
You will play a key part in managing complex budgeting processes, investment portfolios, and statutory reporting activities, all within a workplace that values diversity, encourages professional growth, and supports flexible working arrangements.
Lead a dedicated finance team in delivering high-quality financial management, reporting, and analysis across multiple portfolios, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards.
Enjoy access to ongoing training opportunities and professional development support within a welcoming environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion at every level.
Benefit from flexible working options designed to help you balance your professional ambitions with personal commitments, all while contributing to a culture of shared success.
What you'll do:
As Manager Corporate Finance you will be entrusted with leading a talented team responsible for delivering critical elements of internal and external financial reporting.
Your day-to-day activities will involve overseeing complex budgeting cycles, managing investment portfolios and cashflow strategies, preparing statutory reports for executive review, and providing expert guidance to colleagues across various departments.
Success in this role requires you to foster an environment of collaboration and continuous improvement while ensuring all financial practices meet rigorous compliance standards.
You will also have the opportunity to develop innovative solutions for process enhancement and contribute directly to strategic decision-making through your analytical insights.
By building strong relationships with both internal teams and external partners, you will help drive organisational excellence in financial stewardship.
Manage, consolidate, review and reconcile the organisation's financial management processes including budgeting, student fee revenue, investment portfolio management, and provide insightful commentary for executive submission.
Lead and support finance staff by coordinating financial management activities, overseeing statutory reporting requirements, and nurturing an efficient customer-focused team culture.
Provide timely advice and assistance to Financial Planning and Analysis teams supporting various faculties or support areas on best practice financial processes.
Co-lead the Corporate Finance team by offering guidance, allocating work priorities, conducting performance reviews, and supporting staff development initiatives.
Develop and maintain robust tools and controls to ensure effective oversight of all financial responsibilities within the organisation.
Create comprehensive training materials, guidelines, and resources to assist faculties or support areas with their unique financial management needs.
Review or prepare detailed financial reports for external funding bodies to ensure transparency and compliance with relevant standards.
Engage regularly with internal stakeholders such as Financial Services staff, faculty members, external service providers, auditors, and visitors to facilitate smooth operations.
Champion process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing accounting insight, advice delivery, and client support across the finance function.
Undertake additional activities as required that align with the overall accountabilities of the Manager Corporate Finance role.
What you bring:
Your proven track record as a finance professional will enable you to excel as Manager Corporate Finance.
You bring deep knowledge of contemporary financial management practices alongside advanced technical skills in data analysis and reporting.
Your interpersonal strengths allow you to build trust across teams while guiding others towards shared goals.
With experience leading diverse groups in fast-moving environments, you understand how to balance competing priorities without compromising quality or compliance.
Your commitment to ongoing learning ensures that your expertise remains current-whether through formal qualifications or hands-on experience with new technologies.
Above all else, your dedication to fostering an inclusive workplace means you value every individual's contribution while championing policies that promote equity and belonging.
Full membership of an internationally recognised accounting body such as ICAA or CPA is essential along with ongoing commitment to professional development.
Proven experience in best practice financial management within large organisations is required for success in this role.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively by creating an inclusive culture focused on customer service excellence.
Exceptional organisational skills enabling you to prioritise multiple deliverables while meeting tight deadlines within a collaborative structure.
Advanced written communication abilities allowing you to construct clear, concise, and persuasive reports for diverse audiences.
Strong critical analysis skills paired with sound judgement when navigating complex decision-making scenarios.
Experience in process improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing accounting insight and client advisory services is highly desirable.
Expertise in computerised financial systems including advanced Excel proficiency and data interrogation capabilities is expected.
Relevant experience gained within commercial organisations or higher education sectors would be advantageous but not mandatory.
A commitment to upholding organisational values related to diversity, inclusion, occupational safety & health is essential.
What sets this company apart:
The organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an equitable workplace where everyone feels valued regardless of background or identity.
Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements designed to accommodate personal circumstances while supporting professional growth through regular training opportunities.
The culture emphasises collaboration over competition-encouraging open communication between departments so that knowledge is freely shared among colleagues.
Safety is paramount; robust systems are in place ensuring compliance with Work Health & Safety legislation so staff can focus on achieving their best without unnecessary risk.
Diversity is celebrated at every level: policies actively promote inclusion so that each person can bring their whole self to work.
This supportive environment makes it possible for employees not only to thrive professionally but also contribute meaningfully towards broader organisational goals.
What's next:
If you are ready to take your career forward in a collaborative environment where your expertise will truly make a difference—this is your moment
Apply today by clicking on the link below; we look forward to receiving your application.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
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