Newly created FD role working with a growing Government entity
Lead ership opportunity reporting into a CFO, located in Canberra
About Our Client
The client is a federally established, purpose‑driven public agency at the centre of Australia's clean‑energy transformation. They fund innovative technologies, deliver high‑impact projects and maintain rigorous governance standards, operating in a values‑led environment that emphasises accountability, collaboration and meaningful national impact.
Job Description
Leads the organisation's finance and business services function, ensuring high‑integrity financial operations and strong governance.
Oversees statutory reporting, audits, compliance frameworks and internal financial controls.
Provides strategic financial insight, high‑quality analysis and decision‑support to senior leadership.
Drives continuous improvement across financial systems, processes and reporting cycles, including digital and automation uplift.
Partners closely with internal stakeholders to align budgeting, forecasting and resource planning with organisational priorities.
Guides the development, capability and performance of a high‑performing finance team.
Ensures financial stewardship that supports impactful delivery and strengthens organisational performance.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Finance Director should have:
CA or CPA qualified.
A seasoned senior finance leader with extensive experience in complex, fast‑paced and regulated environments.
Strong understanding of public‑sector finance, including governance, statutory obligations and accountability frameworks.
Deep expertise in financial and management accounting, with the ability to turn complex data into clear, strategic insights for executives and boards.
Proven track record leading major uplift initiatives-system implementations, process redesign, control enhancements and operating‑model improvements.
Skilled in budgeting, policy costings, funding processes and navigating central agency requirements.
Highly analytical, adaptable and comfortable working through ambiguity to deliver practical, outcome‑focused advice.
A capable people leader who builds capability, drives performance and fosters a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills, able to influence senior leaders and shape organisational decision‑making.
Demonstrates high integrity, sound judgement and alignment with values‑driven public service leadership.
What's on Offer
Salary package circa $180k- $200k
Opportunities for professional growth and development within a growing organisation.
Engaging and supportive company culture.
Opportunity to travel to Sydney on occasion.
ContactRobert Husbands
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