About Pace
At Pace Farm, we're proud of our strong family values that have guided us since the 1970s. From humble beginnings, we've grown into one of Australia's largest egg producers, delivering the freshest, tastiest eggs nationwide. Our vision is simple yet powerful: Eggs for Everyone - ensuring that all Australians have access to nutritious, high-quality eggs every day. As the leading supplier of farm-fresh eggs and egg products, our mission is to continue setting the standard in the industry by valuing our people and equipping them with the skills to deliver top-quality products and service. With egg-citing growth and expansion on the horizon, now's a great time to join us and be part of our continued success
About the role
Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the Senior Management Team (SMT) and Board, the Head of Risk & Controls will lead the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Pace Farm's enterprise risk management and internal control frameworks. This newly created, senior leadership role plays a critical part in ensuring Pace Farm's ongoing financial integrity, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. You'll influence strategic decisions, present insights to executive leaders and the Board, and help build a culture of risk awareness and accountability across the business.
What you'll do
* Lead the development of an enterprise risk management (ERM) framework tailored to Pace's FMCG and agribusiness environment
* Identify, assess, and document business risks across all major functions; establish a formal risk register with clear accountability and mitigation plans
* Design and implement internal controls across core financial and operational processes (e.g. procurement, payroll, inventory, trade spend)
* Develop dashboards and KPIs to monitor risk exposure, control performance, and incidents
* Engage regularly with the SMT and Board, providing insights and recommendations on risk trends and control effectiveness
* Embed governance processes and ensure compliance with internal policy frameworks and external obligations
* Partner with stakeholders in Finance, Operations, IT, Sales, and HR to embed practical controls and risk mitigations into everyday decision-making
* Champion a strong internal culture of risk awareness, integrity, and continuous improvement
About You
Are you a commercially minded senior leader ready to shape the future of risk in a fast-paced, product-led business? With a proven track record of building and leading risk and control functions in complex environments, you thrive in dynamic settings, engage confidently with Boards and senior leaders, and bring a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach to risk management. If you're ready to make an impact and lead with purpose, we want to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your leadership journey.
What We're Looking For
* 8+ years' experience in risk management, internal audit, or controls leadership
* Strong knowledge of financial and operational processes across FMCG or product-based businesses
* Experience working directly with Executive Teams and Boards
* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, Legal, or related field
* CA, CPA, CIA or equivalent professional qualification strongly preferred
* Exceptional stakeholder engagement, analytical, and problem-solving skills
* Self-motivated with strong project management and change leadership capabilities
Why Join Pace Farm?
* A collaborative and inclusive work environment that fosters teamwork and growth.
* Access to ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.
* Enjoy regular free products and exclusive discounts on gym memberships and hotels.
* Complimentary flu vaccinations to support your well-being.
* One flexible work-from-home day.
To find out more about us, visit To apply for this exciting opportunity, please hit apply now and submit your resume, we look forward to reviewing your application.
Pace Farm acknowledges the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability or age background, feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance, Accounting/Auditing, and Management
* Industries
Farming, Financial Services, and Manufacturing
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