National Manager Finance

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

Job summary

Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) is seeking a National Manager Finance to lead the Finance Branch in Canberra, reporting to the Executive Manager FIAG and CFO. The role focuses on budgeting, funding strategy, cost control and delivering high-quality financial information across CASA.

The ideal candidate will drive strategic financial planning, manage priorities across the organisation, and maintain compliant financial operations in line with government policy and legislation.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in finance or accounting and membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
• The position requires pre-employment screening and police record check.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Finance Branch, setting objectives and priorities.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to drive organisational strategy for CASA.
• Develop the Authority’s budget and funding sources, including cost recovery arrangements.
• Analyse business proposals to ensure optimal use of resources.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders to align financial strategies with government policy.

Skills

People leadership

Strategic finance

Financial management

Stakeholder management

Budgeting

Policy interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in finance or accounting

CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

The Role

The National Manager Finance reports to the Executive Manager Finance, International, Audit and Governance (FIAG) Division and Chief Financial Officer and is responsible for the following deliverables, which represent ongoing bodies of work:

• Lead and manage the Finance Branch, including determining and being accountable for the overall objectives and priorities of the Branch.
• Collaborate effectively with the CEO/DAS, Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and Senior Leadership Team (SLT) in setting and driving organisational vision and operational strategy for CASA and influencing and contributing to major initiatives.
• Propose strategies to enhance CASA’s long term financial sustainability through identification of alternative funding sources and measures to control expenditure with emphasis on cost saving initiatives.
• Develop the Authority’s budget and funding sources including cost recovery arrangements, being cognisant of the industry impact of CASA’s fee structure and the obligation of the Authority to consult with the aviation industry in developing its funding strategy.
• Participate as required in relevant planning and policy-making forums and interact with other managers to provide consultative support to planning initiatives as required. Identification and development of appropriate policy frameworks and effectiveness and efficiency strategies.
• Carry out all fiduciary duties as required under relevant Commonwealth Legislation.
• Identify and co-ordinate changes and improvements in financial and management information systems to enhance the quality and timeliness of information, including costing data, to assist the Authority in meeting its strategic objectives and goals.
• With support from the Finance Branch, analyse and evaluate business proposals to ensure optimal use of CASA’s resources.
• Proactively manage relationships with relevant external stakeholders to ensure that CASA’s financial strategies are in line with general Government policy objectives and best practice.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate must demonstrate the following:

• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a diverse workforce, including determining and being accountable for the overall objectives and priorities of the Finance Branch, as well as providing inspirational and effective people leadership.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities across several different areas, within very tight timeframes and in line with legislative requirements.
• Highly developed capabilities to maintain a strategic focus while supporting the delivery of program outcomes across a widely dispersed agency.
• Demonstrated high-level achievement at senior levels in financial management across all financial management functions, including practical experience in financial control and budgetary management.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience at a senior level, in interpretation and application of finance related legislation and national and international Accounting Standards.
• Excellent communication skills with technical and general audiences, including staff, to deliver and influence outcomes.
• Demonstrated ability to represent CASA and build productive working relationships with stakeholders including industry, other Australian Government entities, State/Territory governments, at Parliamentary Committee hearings, conferences and other meetings dealing with function responsibilities and assist in any related matters.
• Contributing to maintaining a positive health and safety culture at CASA, including psychosocial wellbeing in the workplace, and providing input, where appropriate, into decisions that may impact upon personal health, safety, and wellbeing in the workplace.
• Demonstrating awareness of the diverse histories, cultures, and experiences of First Nations Peoples and other cultural groups. Communicating with respect and understanding of balancing work, family, and community responsibilities.
• Positively engage in and respond to change, including supporting others through change.
• Other duties as required.

Eligibility requirements

Employment with CASA is subject to conditions prescribed within the Civil Aviation Act 1988 (the Act). The following eligibility requirements apply to this position:

• Tertiary qualifications in finance or accounting and current membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.
• At a minimum, prospective CASA employees must undergo pre-employment screening and must be willing to provide the required information to successfully undergo a police record check.
• The position’s occupant must be an Australian citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain the level of security clearance as required.

For further information, please contact

Simon Frawley | 02 6217 1190 | [e-mail]