Strategic Finance Director, Education

Syncarpia Recruitment; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Cranbrook School in Sydney is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial strategy, sustainability, and operational excellence across its campuses. You will shape budgeting, reporting, and investment priorities to support the School’s strategic objectives.

Reporting to the COO, you will oversee budgeting, capital investments, government funding, and financial reporting to the Finance Committee and ELT, while building a high-performing finance team.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualified and eligible for membership.
• Experience leading finance in multi-site environments is advantageous.
• Strong strategic planning and financial reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial strategy and operational excellence for the school.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial plans.
• Deliver reports to the Finance Committee and ELT.
• Lead capital investments and risk-adjusted spending.
• Ensure compliance with funding, reporting obligations, and governance.
• Develop KPIs and dashboards for financial health.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Financial reporting

Education

CA/CPA qualification

Job description

Cranbrook School in Sydney is seeking a Director of Finance to lead financial strategy, sustainability, and operational excellence across its campuses. You will shape budgeting, reporting, and investment priorities to support the School’s strategic objectives.

Reporting to the COO, you will oversee budgeting, capital investments, government funding, and financial reporting to the Finance Committee and ELT, while building a high-performing finance team.