Your new company We are partnering with a well-regarded federal government agency to appoint a Director of Finance, leading the finance function within a purpose-driven organisation delivering critical outcomes nationally. This is a senior leadership role suited to a commercially minded finance executive who can operate at both strategic and operational levels, working closely with the executive to shape financial direction and performance. Your new role Reporting to the Head of Business Support, you will oversee all aspects of the finance function while acting as a key advisor to the executive leadership team.

Responsibilities - Leading finance operations including budgeting, reporting, audit and compliance

- Providing strategic financial advice, forecasts and insights to support decision-making
- Driving cost recovery, pricing models and long-term financial sustainability initiatives
- Delivering high-quality financial reporting, analysis and performance insights
- Strengthening financial governance, controls and risk management frameworks
- Leading,



mentoring and developing the finance team What you'll need to succeed You are an experienced senior finance leader with the ability to influence at executive level and operate within a complex, regulated environment.
- CA or CPA qualification with significant senior finance leadership experience
- Strong understanding of Australian Government financial frameworks, including the PGPA Act
- Proven capability in financial strategy, planning, analysis and business partnering
- Experience providing high-level advice to executive stakeholders
- Robust leadership skills with the ability to drive performance and continuous improvement
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capability What you'll get in return - Strategic leadership role with direct executive influence
- Opportunity to shape financial direction in a nationally significant organisation
- Stable, long-term position within the federal government
- Competitive salary with 15.4% super and flexible working arrangements
- Australian citizenship required
- Ability to obtain and maintain NV1 security clearance

📌 Director of FinanceOngoing (Melbourne)
🏢 Rashi Joshi
📍 Melbourne