Maiem, Sew Ngapa! (Welcome)Create impact beyond the office stretching across the sands and seas of the Torres Strait region.Join one of the most remote – and unique – Australian Public Service (APS) agencies.Welcome to the Torres Strait Regional Authority (TSRA).TSRA is the lead Commonwealth agency for Indigenous Affairs in Zenadth Kes (Torres Strait).We're the northernmost region of Australia, where beautiful red dirt Country meets turquoise waters.Located in the nation's far north between Cairns and Papua New Guinea, we support programs across the Torres Strait region, including for the 17 inhabited islands of the Torres Strait and the communities of Bamaga and Seisia on the Northern Peninsula Area.We're a federal government statutory body and operate under the direction of a community-elected board.About the roleThe Senior Finance Team Leader role is pivotal in driving financial strategy, ensuring compliance, and fostering a high performing team culture through mentoring, training, and supervision.Operating under limited direction, the Senior Finance Team Leader will provide expert financial guidance while cultivating strong relationships across a diverse and geographically dispersed workforce.About youWe're looking for an experienced individual to lead and manage TSRA Finance Team.We are looking for individuals with:Highly developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage sensitively and confidentially across diverse stakeholder groups.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to identify issues and implement effective solutions.Proven leadership experience in mentoring, training, and supervising finance teams.Ability to work flexibly, collaboratively, and with initiative in a dynamic environment.Demonstrated commitment to values-driven leadership and continuous improvement.Highly motivated, with a strong commitment to the Australian Public Service (APS) values.About usWe think locally and act globally.Since 1994, TSRA has provided a voice from the region to local, state, national and international levels.Following more than 30 years of advocacy, it's an exciting time to join us during TSRA's #SeasonsOfChange with a new CEO, Chair and Board.Our team of 150+ staff includes a strong local workforce – 84% of staff identify as Torres Strait Islander and Aboriginal people.Our staff code switch between English, traditional Torres Strait languages and creole.We're one of the region's largest employers with 3 offices on Thursday Island and 13 ranger sites, supported by a small office in Cairns.We offer:A diverse, vibrant and culturally rich workplace – on Fridays we wear floral.Competitive wages, attractive remuneration package and leave entitlements.15.4% superannuation.Benefits under our Enterprise Agreement include:Rental subsidies and retention bonusesLeave types including annual, personal, cultural, long service and paid parental leavePaid Christmas shut downAnnual healthy lifestyle reimbursements Help with relocation and travel costs, depending on role and location.Generous career, study and professional development options.How to applyDon't miss this rare opportunity! Apply directly and download the full candidate pack at www.tsra.gov.au/jobs by 18 February 2026Looking for other opportunities with us? Join our employment register at www.tsra.gov.au/jobsLike our region, our workplace is diverse.TSRA employs a range of roles from admin, finance, corporate, project management, media and communications to rangers, language leaders, cultural advisors, scientists, climate change experts and marine biologists.#SeasonsOfChangeAu esoau, Koeyma Eso, thank you