
Director of Finance
2 weeks ago
Company
Our client is Australia's largest independent student organisation and the vibrant hub of student life at one of the nation's leading universities. With a $35M annual operation, they deliver a range of services including over 200 student clubs, major festivals, cultural events, food and beverage outlets across multiple venues, and comprehensive student leadership programs.
As a purpose-driven organisation experiencing significant growth and transformation, they're building a dynamic new leadership team to drive the next chapter of their evolution.
The Strategic Leadership Opportunity
We're seeking a transformational finance executive who thrives on strategic influence and organisational impact. This isn't simply a finance role—you'll be a core member of the Senior Leadership Team, driving enterprise-wide decisions and shaping organisational strategy across all business areas.
You'll join during an exciting transformation period, partnering with a collaborative CEO to rebuild and strengthen the leadership team.
Your Strategic Impact:
- Drive enterprise-wide strategic decision making as a trusted advisor across all business portfolios, not just finance
- Contribute wisdom, curiosity, and fresh perspectives to challenge groupthink and elevate organisational thinking
- Lead commercial analysis and business partnering to optimise performance across a dozen+ food & beverage outlets
- Mentor and develop emerging leaders whilst building organisational resilience during this growth phase
- Champion innovative approaches to financial sustainability and revenue diversification
The Leader We're Seeking
- Demonstrate exceptional strategic leadership presence with 7+ years as Finance Director/CFO, particularly in organisations undergoing transformation or growth
- You can articulate specific examples of how you've contributed strategic value beyond your functional finance expertise in leadership team settings
- Hold relevant qualifications (CPA/CA) and bring proven expertise in commercial analysis, business modelling, and strategic planning
- Excel at translating complex concepts into accessible insights for diverse audiences, including young, passionate board members aged 20-25
- Thrive in collaborative decision-making environments where every leadership team member contributes across all business areas
- Possess the resilience and adaptability to excel during organisational transformation periods
- Demonstrate authentic passion for mission-driven work where your strategic leadership directly shapes student experiences
You'll be exceptional if you:
- Have experience mentoring and developing finance talent in dynamic, purpose-driven environments
- Bring proven ability to identify and implement commercial opportunities within not-for-profit frameworks
- Know Sage Intacct, have led transformational system implementations, or understand higher education dynamics
What This Opportunity Offers
Strategic Leadership Platform:
- Genuine influence over organisational direction as a core Senior Leadership Team member
- Opportunity to shape and build a new leadership team during an exciting transformation period
- Direct partnership with a collaborative CEO who values strategic input from all leadership team members
- Platform to drive commercial innovation whilst maintaining mission alignment
Professional & Personal Rewards:
- Competitive package circa $230K including comprehensive benefits
- 35-hour work week with genuine flexibility
- Professional development focus with opportunities to expand your strategic leadership capabilities
- Work alongside passionate colleagues committed to student success
- Lead exciting finance automation and innovation projects
The Challenge & Opportunity:
- Join during a dynamic rebuilding phase where your strategic leadership will have immediate, visible impact
- Partner with young, passionate board members who bring fresh perspectives to governance
- Drive meaningful change in an organisation that touches thousands of student lives daily
Ready to step into a strategic leadership role where your finance expertise becomes the foundation for broader organisational impact? We're looking for someone who sees finance as a strategic enabler, not just a support function.
We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds.
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