Description
Are you strategic, collaborative, and passionate about enabling creativity through strong financial leadership? We are open to considering candidates based in any of our Australian studio locations.
The Practice
ASPECT Studios is a purpose-oriented landscape architecture and urban design practice. With operations across Australia, Asia, UK and the Middle East, our studios believe in the power of regenerative design to shape communities and rebuild natural environments.
Our Finance team forms a part of the global Hub Group (think Marketing, IT, People & Capability, and our global Executive leaders) – together with our Commercial team, we support to nine (9) studios across over five (5) legal jurisdictions.
The Role
The Group Finance Manager is a key leadership role, directly reporting to our Co-CEOs and working closely with the Board to ensure financial health and enable sustainable growth across all studios with the support of our Finance team. In this role, you will oversee global financial operations (including reporting, compliance, banking, forecasting, valuation, risk management, tax, and shareholder processes) while shaping the systems and frameworks that support our studios and practice.
You will work to standardise financial reporting in line with strategic goals, elevate global financial practices and systems to enable operational excellence, and provide financial insight and commercial oversight to support studio teams.
As a member of the Hub leadership team, you will also contribute to broader organisational strategy and help shape the future of ASPECT Studios.
As we collaborate with teams across five global regions, our team works flexibly to accommodate different time zones when necessary. ASPECT recognises the importance of sustainable hours and a healthy work-life balance, so flex (including working from home), is a key feature of the way our team works.
About You
You're a strategic thinker with deep financial expertise and a naturally collaborative approach. You thrive in dynamic, creative, and fast-moving environments, and you're energised by the opportunity to shape the way a global organisation operates.You bring clarity, structure, and confidence to complex challenges, translating financial nuance into clear direction for teams across the business. With a steady, solutions-focused mindset, you know how to influence, guide, and partner with stakeholders at every level to drive meaningful impact.
What you'll bring:
* A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field, plus a CPA, CA or equivalent.
* Senior finance leadership experience in multi-regional organisations (ideally with experience in Australia, UK, UAE, China and Vietnam)
* Exposure to design, architecture, construction, engineering or professional service industry.
* Strong commercial acumen and the ability to turn financial insights into real business decisions.
* Solid knowledge of financial governance, compliance and risk management.
* Experience leading high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement.
* Great communication and stakeholder management skills, including working with senior executives and boards.
* Hands-on experience with global financial operations and system standardisation.
* A passion for using technology to boost efficiency and scale.
ASPECT Benefits
Our culture is supportive, collaborative, and driven by purpose - not formality. You'll be part of a team that values fresh thinking and practical problem-solving, where everyone has your back and works together to succeed. We embrace diversity, foster professional development, and will provide you with the tools and environment you need to thrive.
Some of the benefits you'll enjoy as an ASPECT team member include:
* Ability to purchase an additional two weeks of leave via our Purchased Leave initiative,
* Access to generous paid parental leave benefits after 6 months,
* MAPS Days – four paid days per year to explore your passion project, and up to two days for paid volunteering at an organisation of your choice,
* Professional membership support following probation – reimbursement of annual memberships fees.
Head to our website to view a full list of employee benefits.
How to Apply
Click 'Apply Now' to submit a detailed CV and cover letter outlining your approach to work, and why this role would be a good fit.
Only applications from Australian Citizens, permanent residents or long-term visa holders are eligible for appointment at this time.
We are not currently accepting resumes from recruitment agencies.
Please note: ASPECT Studios Australia will be closed from Mon 22 December 2025, and re-open from Mon 5 January 2026. Job applications will not be monitored during this time. Applications or general enquiries be responded to upon our return in January.