Manager - Finance, Compliance & Governance

Yinhawangka Foundation | Perth | Full-time

Bring your finance, governance and leadership expertise to a role with genuine purpose and community impact.

About us:
Yinhawangka Foundation is a community-led organisation advancing Yinhawangka futures through youth development, cultural wellbeing and community-led social and economic programs. Guided by Our People, Our Country and Our Future, we support self-determination and Yinhawangka-led decisions that strengthen social, cultural and economic wellbeing for generations to come.

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced, values-led finance leader to join our senior leadership team. Working closely with the CEO and Board, you will be a trusted adviser who strengthens financial sustainability, governance and compliance, and translates complex information into clear, practical recommendations.

Key Responsibilities:

You will lead the Foundation's finance, governance, compliance and risk functions, combining strategic advice with robust operational oversight to support responsible stewardship and long-term sustainability.

- Leading budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, long-term financial planning and scenario modelling.

- Preparing clear financial, risk, compliance and governance reports and recommendations for the CEO, Board and committees.

- Overseeing payroll, accounts payable and receivable, financial reporting, annual statements and external audits.

- Managing funding agreements, grant acquittals, contractual obligations and regulatory reporting requirements.

- Maintaining and improving financial policies, internal controls, delegations, compliance registers and governance documentation.

- Leading strategic and operational risk management, including registers, mitigation strategies and emerging risk advice.





- Supporting Board and committee processes through papers, presentations and coordination of agreed actions.

- Leading finance and corporate services staff and building productive relationships with managers, funders, auditors, agencies and community partners.

About you:

You are a highly organised finance leader with sound judgement, strong attention to detail and a calm, solutions-focused approach. You balance strategic thinking with hands-on oversight and communicate clearly and respectfully.

To be successful, you will bring:

- A CPA, CA or equivalent professional accounting qualification (mandatory).

- Senior financial leadership experience at Financial Controller, Finance Manager or equivalent level, covering budgeting, forecasting, reporting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, and audit coordination.

- Practical knowledge of ACNC obligations, governance, audit, compliance, internal controls and risk management, with the ability to advise a CEO and Board.

- Experience managing funding agreements, grant acquittals, contractual obligations and regulatory reporting.

- Advanced financial modelling, scenario analysis and reporting skills, with the ability to turn complex information into practical insights.

- Experience preparing papers and presenting financial, governance, risk and compliance matters to Boards, committees and senior stakeholders.

- Demonstrated people leadership experience,



including building team capability, accountability and a service-oriented culture.

- Commitment to working respectfully with Aboriginal people, communities and organisations, with an understanding of cultural safety, community accountability and values-led practice.

Desirable:

Experience using Xero and Our Cat Herder, or a similar Board or governance platform, will be well regarded.

Essential:

- Current unrestricted Western Australian Driver's Licence.

- National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain).

- Working with Children Check (or willingness to obtain).

- Australian working rights.

- Ability to travel regularly throughout the Pilbara, including remote communities.

Why Join YF?

Join a culturally safe, respectful and inclusive workplace that values Aboriginal leadership, knowledge, community connection and lived experience.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

We offer:

- A meaningful senior leadership role in a supportive, values-led and collaborative workplace.

- The opportunity to embed cultural knowledge and leadership within a growing Aboriginal organisation.

- Competitive salary and salary packaging benefits.

- Five weeks of annual leave.

- Two weeks of paid Christmas closure leave.

- Professional development opportunities.

- Flexible work arrangements, where operationally appropriate.

Ready to make an impact?

Apply via Seek with:

- Your current resume.

- A cover letter of up to two pages outlining your interest and relevant experience against the essential criteria.

For a confidential discussion or a copy of the Position Description, please contact ••••@yinhawangka.com.au

Applications close: Tuesday, 8th September 2026

📌 Manager - Finance, Compliance & Governance (Perth)
🏢 Yinhawangka Community & Social Outcomes
📍 Perth