Finance & Compliance Manager

3 weeks ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ClearCompany Full time
About the Role:
We're partnering with a NSW Government agency to recruit a Finance & Compliance Manager for a newly created leadership role.
The position has been established to manage the organisation's growing Community Investment Program, with a particular emphasis on grants management. This is a high-impact role where you'll ensure programs are delivered effectively and that all financial, compliance, and risk obligations are met.

Key Focus Areas:

Grants Management (priority)

- Lead and oversee a significant grant funding program supporting community initiatives.
- Provide expert guidance to a team of grants officers, ensuring compliance, accountability, and best practice.
- Ensure all grant assessment, reporting, and governance processes align with state requirements.

Finance Oversight

- Manage operational budgets, expenditure, financial reporting, and forecasting.
- Provide clear and accurate financial reports and advice to the Executive Director and Board.
- Oversee financial audits and ensure robust financial controls are in place.

Compliance & Governance

- Ensure adherence to the NSW Government Grant Administration Guide and relevant legislation.
- Lead compliance, risk management, and audit processes.
- Contribute to ministerial briefings, reports, and submissions.

Team & Collaboration

- Lead and support a small, capable team of 2 Senior Project Officers, 1 Project Officer, and 1 Assistant Project Officer.
- Work closely with the Executive Director and collaborate with government partners and Aboriginal communities.
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring community priorities are supported and delivered.

Working Arrangements:

- Hybrid flexibility – Mascot office base, no fixed office days.
- The Executive Director attends the office a couple of days per week, so occasional office presence is expected.
- Systems in use: Objective and Smart Events (experience preferred but not essential).
- An acting manager will provide a handover until late September.

About You:
We're looking for a seasoned finance and compliance professional who can lead with confidence in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment. You will bring:

- Strong experience in finance and grants management (grants experience is particularly valued).
- Proven track record in budgeting, financial reporting, audits, and risk management.
- Leadership experience managing and mentoring small teams.
- Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to collaborate across government and community organisations.
- An ability to work sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience.
- Familiarity with systems such as Objective, Smart Events, SAP, Xero, MYOB, or similar (desirable, not essential).

Why You'll Want This Role
Newly created leadership role with scope to shape governance and processes
High-impact work supporting meaningful community initiatives
Hybrid flexibility – based in Mascot, no fixed office days
Competitive hourly rate with super
6-month contract with potential for extension
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