Head of Financial Performance

• Competitive salary
• Salary Packaging opportunities
• Ref:JR104349

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

About Us

Our Finance team is a trusted partner across the University, providing practical financial guidance and leadership to support effective decision-making, drive education and research outcomes, and foster a collaborative, service-focused culture

The Opportunity

As Head of Financial Performance, you will work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to shape and deliver the University's financial strategy. This is a pivotal leadership role overseeing financial planning and analysis, business partnering, treasury, and capital planning.

You'll lead a high-performing team and play a key role in enhancing financial systems and processes, delivering timely and strategic insights to senior stakeholders, and supporting transformation initiatives across the University.

Key responsibility include:

• Lead strategic financial planning, modelling, and performance reporting.
• Drive business partnering and stakeholder engagement across the University.
• Oversee financial systems development and process improvement.
• Manage treasury, investment, and capital planning activities.
• Champion team development and cross-functional collaboration.

What You'll Bring

• Tertiary qualification in finance, accounting, or a related discipline, with full professional membership of a recognised accounting body (e.g., CPA, CA).
• Proven experience in senior financial leadership within complex environments.
• Expertise in strategic financial planning, performance reporting, and modelling initiatives that drive organisational impact.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformation projects, including system upgrades, process automation, and digital reporting.
• Collaborative leadership style with a focus on stakeholder service and continuous improvement.
• Experience in treasury, investment, and capital planning will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

At Murdoch University, you'll be part of a dynamic and talented team where diversity, innovation, and purpose thrive. Our commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) is reflected in our Bronze-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index, recognising our inclusive practices and support for LGBTIQA+ communities.

We are proud to be guided by our First Nations strategic theme, working to become the university of choice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by honouring Indigenous knowledge and leadership. Sustainability is central to our vision for the future. We are advancing toward ambitious goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030—embedding environmental responsibility into everything we do.

Enjoy a vibrant campus and a range of benefits including:

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible work arrangements
• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role
• Indigenous Language Allowance
• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page.

To Apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application:

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)
• Your most recent resume (CV)

View the position description | See the Applicant Guide.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available. Applicants must have valid work rights and will be required to undertake a Police history check.

Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

For enquiries, contact Tony Pine, Chief Financial Officer:

Applications close: 14/09/ :59pm AWST).

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.