Urgent Search: EL1 Assistant Director Financial Operations

3 weeks ago


Canberra, Australia Charterhouse Full time

EL1 Assistant Director – Financial Operations

- Location: Canberra + WFH
- Level: EL1 equivalent
- 12-Month Contract | Possible Extension

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced finance professional to step into a leadership role as Assistant Director – Financial Operations, based in Canberra. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in financial governance, team leadership, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

- Lead and mentor a small finance operations team
- Oversee day-to-day financial activities and ensure compliance
- Provide expert technical accounting advice
- Apply relevant legislation & financial frameworks
- Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships
- Manage workload prioritisation, ensure timely and accurate outcomes
- Perform financial analysis and data reconciliation using financial systems
- Lead process improvement initiatives and maintain financial policies
- Manage end-of-month processes including reconciliations, journals, and executive reporting

Eligibility:
• Applicants must be Australian citizens to be considered for this role
• A pre-engagement check will be required before an offer of employment is made

Desirable Criteria:
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in Financial Operations
• 3+ years of proven leadership in a finance team environment
• Diploma or degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities

Apply here or email Issy@charterhouse.com.auto find out more.
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