Financial Assurance Controller

Albury Wodonga Health; Wodonga; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking a Financial Assurance Controller to strengthen our financial governance, systems and business processes across the organisation. The role focuses on identifying inefficiencies, controlling gaps and implementing practical improvements that drive accountability and value for patients and staff.

You will review and optimise end-to-end financial processes, coordinate audits, and support ERP systems and governance frameworks while engaging stakeholders to deliver

Qualifications

• Experience in business process improvement, audit, risk, governance or internal controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP or enterprise finance systems.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A focus on continuous improvement and practical outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Review and improve financial and operational processes.
• Identify control gaps, risks and opportunities for automation.
• Support finance systems, workflows and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate audit and assurance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance and accountability.

Skills

Audit and risk management

Governance and internal controls

ERP/Enterprise finance systems

Stakeholder engagement and comms

Continuous improvement

Tools

ERP software

Job description

• Join the largest regional health service between Sydney and Melbourne
• Inclusive workplace culture
• Albury Wodonga's lifestyle is one you can afford to enjoy!

Financial Assurance Controller

Do you enjoy understanding how a business really works, identifying process inefficiencies, and implementing practical improvements?

Albury Wodonga Health is seeking a curious, analytical and solutions-focused professional to strengthen our financial governance, systems and business processes. In this role, you'll work across the organisation to:

• Review and improve financial and operational processes.
• Identify control gaps, risks and opportunities for automation.
• Support finance systems, workflows and governance frameworks.
• Coordinate audit and assurance activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, compliance and accountability.

About You

You are someone who enjoys understanding end-to-end business processes and finding better ways of working. You can see the connection between people, systems, controls and outcomes, and you have the confidence to engage stakeholders and drive change.

You will bring

• Experience in business process improvement, audit, risk, governance or internal controls.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP or enterprise finance systems.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• A focus on continuous improvement and practical outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to move beyond traditional accounting and into a role focused on governance, systems, controls and organisational improvement.

Employment Type: This is a fulltime opportunity.

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the‑art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

Closing Date

23/11/2026

About Albury Wodonga Health (AWH)

AWH serves as the largest regional healthcare provider between Sydney and Melbourne, situated in the border cities of Albury and Wodonga. With a dedicated team of over 3,000 professionals, we proudly service a population of up to 300,000 across North-East Victoria and Southern NSW. Our extensive network encompasses two primary hospital campuses and an additional 22 sites, delivering a diverse range of emergency, surgical, women's and children's, community, mental health, allied health, and sub-acute services. Our growth continues with the opening of a state-of-the‑art Emergency Department in 2024, and excitingly, the construction of a new hospital at our Albury site by 2028. This expansion will greatly elevate our ability to service the needs of our community, and we need a great team of people like you to accomplish this.

What awaits you at AWH?

We are committed to our Employee Value Proposition and will deliver on our key pillars of Growth, Balance, Contribution and Lifestyle. We provide comprehensive induction and training to set you up for success, offer exceptional Rewards and Benefits and continuously nurture your professional growth by providing opportunities for development.

Thinking about a tree-change?

AWH has partnered with The Welcome Experience to support your move. This free service is designed to help essential workers and their families who are considering a move to Albury / Wodonga. We know how rewarding life and work in regional Australia can be, and we want to make the transition as smooth as possible. The Welcome Experience team can guide you through the process and connect you with the information and support you need. This program is only available to employees relocating to the cities of Albury and Wodonga.

Are you ready to become part of our team?

To uncover compelling reasons to embark on this career journey with us and become part of our fantastic team, please refer to our Candidate Information Pack.

Salary and terms will be in accordance with the relevant state EBA or Award.

AWH prioritises Equal Employment Opportunity, Ethical Practice, and embraces Cultural Diversity and Social Inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. Please note that appointments are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks including Criminal Record check and working with Children checks.

Important Notice: All healthcare workers must maintain all vaccinations required by relevant healthcare regulations, guidelines, or their specific role within the organisation. In addition to mandatory vaccinations, AWH strongly encourage all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccination and the seasonal influenza (flu) vaccination, as recommended by public health authorities and as a preventative measure to help ensure the safety and well‑being of patients, colleagues, and the broader community.

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