Finance Manager

Australian National University External; Canberra; On-site; AUD 142,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian National University invites applications for a Senior Manager 1 (Administration) within the Finance and Business Services Division. The role leads a finance team, delivering budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, business case development and performance reporting to support the university’s strategic objectives.

The successful candidate will hold tertiary qualifications with CA/CPA membership and proven experience in strategic financial leadership within a large

Qualifications

• CA or CPA membership and relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Experience leading a finance team within a large organisation.
• Knowledge of enterprise financial systems; TM1 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead a finance team delivering budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis.
• Provide strategic financial advice to senior management.
• Drive continuous improvement and governance compliance.

Job description

Classification: Senior Manager 1 (Administration)Salary package: $141,637 - $148,403 per annum plus 17% superannuation

Term: Full time, Fixed term (until 31 December 2028)

Position overview

The Australian National University, one of the world's leading research universities, has an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and experienced finance leader to join the University's Finance and Business Services Division (F&BS).

F&BS supports the University's strategic and operational goals through the provision of professional financial management, planning, reporting and business partnering services. The Finance Manager is a key member of the Finance Business Partnering team and works closely with senior leaders across Colleges and Portfolio areas to provide strategic financial advice, support decision-making and ensure effective stewardship of University resources.

The position is responsible for leading a finance team and delivering high-quality financial management services, including budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, business case development, performance reporting and financial analysis. The role provides trusted advice to senior management, supports the development and implementation of financial strategies, and contributes to the achievement of the University's strategic objectives. The Finance Manager also plays a key role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, strengthening financial capability across the client group, and ensuring compliance with University policies and financial governance requirements.

The successful candidate will hold relevant tertiary qualifications with CA or CPA membership and have substantial experience providing strategic financial leadership within a large and complex organisation. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong financial planning and analysis capabilities, excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills, proven people leadership experience, and the ability to influence decision-making through the provision of insightful and pragmatic financial advice. Experience in the higher education sector and proficiency with enterprise financial systems, including TM1, will be highly regarded.

For further information, please contact Niyati Bhatt, Director, Finance Business Partnering, Finance and Business Services, E: [e-mail]

The University actively encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. For more information on employment opportunities, contact our Indigenous Employment Consultant on [e-mail]

ANU values diversity and inclusion and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to those of all backgrounds and identities. For more information about staff equity at ANU, visit https://services.anu.edu.au/human-resources/respect-inclusion

F&BS focuses on providing the best quality support to the ANU. A Merit pool of applicants will be kept for future recruitment needs.

Please note: The preferred candidate must have rights to live and work in Australia and will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment declarations and background checks relevant to the role they have applied for, in accordance with the Background Checking Procedure and the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence . An offer of employment is conditional on satisfactory results.