Strategic Financial Director

1 month ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Dean & Ling Executive Full time
About The Australian Ballet

The Australian Ballet is one of the world's leading national ballet companies and a globally recognised Australian performing arts organisation. Each year the company presents upwards of 220 performances nationwide along with public programs, special events, an extensive regional tour, a children's ballet and education programs and regular overseas tours.

Orchestra Victoria (OV) provides pit services for ballet and opera in Victoria and is a wholly owned subsidiary of The Australian Ballet. The Australian Ballet and Orchestra Victoria have an annual turnover of more than $70 million and employ over 350 people.

Salary Package

We offer a highly competitive salary package that includes a base salary of approximately $140,000 - $180,000 per annum, depending on experience. This will be supplemented by additional benefits including superannuation and professional development opportunities.

Job Description

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for leading and managing all finance, administration, information technology, facilities, and asset management functions for The Australian Ballet Group. The position is also accountable for the development of the finance and operations strategy to support the company's strategic plan, the metrics tied to that strategy, regular analysis to support ongoing management decision making and the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.

The CFO provides high-level strategic analysis and advice to the Executive Director and the Board on both micro and macro trends affecting the organisation and how these impact performance, opportunities and risk. The CFO is also responsible for providing effective leadership and management of all business operations and administrative functions including providing support to the Executive Director as it relates to those activities. With a recent renewal at both Executive and Board level, the organisation is poised for a transformative phase in its history.

Required Skills and Qualifications
  • Degree in accounting or related field;
  • Extensive experience as a CFO in a similar industry; and
  • Strong stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills.
Benefits

The Australian Ballet offers a range of benefits to our employees including access to professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements and a comprehensive employee assistance program.

Other Information

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a rigorous selection process which may include interviews and reference checks. For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Ian Hackett on 0408 312 216.



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