Manager Financial Controls.
Permanent Part-Time – Location Newcastle or Sydney Sydney, AU
Employment type : Part Time
Location : Newcastle, Maitland & Hunter, Sydney
Categories : Finance
About the Organisation Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable Australians with this unique opportunity to provide both corporate expertise and community support.
Life Without Barriers is a leading social purpose organisation of 8,000 employees working in more than 500 communities across Australia, supporting children, young people and families, people with disability, older people, and people with mental illness.
About the Role This pivotal role will see you develop, implement, and uplift our financial control frameworks, directly influencing the financial health of LWB.
You will lead change, drive continuous improvement and ensure financial integrity.
This permanent part-time role offers 30 hours per week with flexible working hours within business hours.
Work from home with occasional office attendance required.
Key Responsibilities : Be part of a high-performing finance team by providing support, motivation, and resources while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, compliance, and financial discipline.Design and implement policies that align with the Group's risk appetite, addressing control risks and ensuring adherence to laws, regulations, and internal procedures.Lead initiatives to embed a proactive compliance culture, driving improvements in financial practices, processes, and technology with key stakeholders.Develop and drive procurement strategy across the Group to improve financial outcomes and deliver on the Groups strategic commitments.Develop and maintain a roadmap to enhance the financial control environment, identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing effective controls.Work closely with cross-functional teams within Corporate Services & Finance, providing specialist knowledge and supporting initiatives related to sustainability, technology, and financial process improvements.Provide detailed reports and actionable recommendations to Executive, Finance & Audit Committees, and the Board.
Ensure timely implementation of recommendations and sustainable resolutions.Skills & Experience : A degree in Accounting, Commerce, or a related field, with CA or CPA qualification.Experience in internal / external audit, risk management, or financial controls, ideally in a professional services firm or industry role.Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a team, including coaching, mentoring, and driving performance.In-depth understanding of internal control frameworks, risk management principles, and audit standards.
Proficient in process improvement and change management.Ability to work collaboratively with peers, leaders, and external partners, influencing and driving alignment across diverse teams and functions.Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce clear, insightful reports and deliver presentations to senior leadership.Advanced skills in Microsoft Office programs, especially Excel and PowerPoint.How to Apply Include your resume and covering letter in one document, click Apply and follow the prompts.
For any enquiries including persons with disability that require adjustments, contact Debra Neil at
Applications close at midnight on Sunday 24th November 2024. To be considered for and appointed to a position at Life Without Barriers, you must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 with a minimum of two (2) doses or hold a valid medical exemption certificate, in accordance with Life Without Barriers Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Policy.
You will be required to provide evidence of your vaccination status during the recruitment process.
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