We are seeking an exceptional National Head of Accounts to join our leadership team in Canberra. This is a rare opportunity for a commercially minded financial leader to step into a nationally influential role where you will shape strategy, strengthen governance, and drive performance across a growing organisation.
This is not a traditional finance role. You will be at the centre of decision-making, partnering closely with the CFO, external accounts team and senior leaders to elevate financial capability, improve systems, and deliver insights that fuel sustainable growth.
You are a confident, hands-on leader who brings clarity to complexity, builds strong teams, and thrives in a fast-moving environment. With strong technical expertise and a people-first approach, you will empower others, enhance accountability, and drive operational excellence nationwide.
About the Role
Based in Canberra, this office-based national leadership role oversees the Accounts function across the multi state business. You will lead financial operations, strengthen controls, and deliver consistent, high-quality financial performance across multiple states.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead national financial operations including accounting, reporting, BAS and taxation obligations
- Develop and enhance financial policies, procedures and internal controls
- Coach and lead the Accounts team to build capability and performance
- Partner with senior leaders to set KPIs and drive financial accountability
- Provide strategic financial insights to support business decisions
- Manage relationships with auditors, banks and external partners
- Ensure consistent financial governance and service delivery nationally
- Drive system improvements and operational efficiencies
About You
You are a strategic finance leader who combines technical strength with robust people leadership and commercial thinking.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce
- CA, CPA or NIA qualification
- Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and taxation (GST, FBT, income tax, CGT)
- 5+ years in a senior accounting, finance manager or financial controller role
- Proven experience leading teams and complex financial operations
- Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Facilities, property or construction sector experience (desirable)
- Interest in AI and automation within financial processes (highly regarded)
Why This Role is Different
- National leadership scope
- Direct partnership with executive leadership
- Opportunity to shape systems and strategy
- High-impact, hands-on leadership role
- Growing organisation with strong momentum
- Canberra-based leadership position
Candidates must hold permanent residency in Australia. Applicants relocating to the ACT should outline relocation plans within their application.
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Head of Accounts?
- Have you completed a qualification in accounting?
- What's your expected annual base salary?
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