National Finance Director

Civil Aviation Safety Authority; Canberra; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Manager Finance at Civil Aviation Safety Authority in Canberra leads the Finance Branch and shapes the department's budget and funding strategy. You will work with the CEO/DAS and ELT to set organisational vision, implement financial policy, and monitor performance against strategic objectives.

You will bring tertiary finance qualifications and senior financial management experience, with CPA/CA membership and a proven ability to manage complex budgets, stakeholder engagement, and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in finance or accounting and current membership of CPA Australia or CAANZ.
• Senior financial management experience across budget, governance and policy.
• Proven ability to lead diverse teams and engage with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Finance Branch with accountable objectives and priorities.
• Collaborate with the CEO/DAS and ELT to drive organisational vision and strategy.
• Develop CASA's budget, funding sources and cost recovery arrangements.
• Analyse business proposals and manage external stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Finance leadership

Budget management

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Financial reporting

Education

Tertiary qualifications in finance or accounting

CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand membership

Job description

The National Manager Finance at Civil Aviation Safety Authority in Canberra leads the Finance Branch and shapes the department's budget and funding strategy. You will work with the CEO/DAS and ELT to set organisational vision, implement financial policy, and monitor performance against strategic objectives.

You will bring tertiary finance qualifications and senior financial management experience, with CPA/CA membership and a proven ability to manage complex budgets, stakeholder engagement, and