Job Description
Overview
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Associate Finance Director, Research (12-month FTC with potential to transition to permanent)
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An opportunity has opened with a leading organisation in the higher education sector for an experienced Associate Finance Director to support a large and complex research environment. This role sits within a major academic faculty supporting a broad portfolio of research activity across multiple health and scientific disciplines.
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This area collaborates closely with hospital networks and is currently developing shared infrastructure with Local Health Districts and university partners, creating a highly strategic environment that sits at the intersection of research, academia and healthcare.
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This role is offered as a 12-month fixed term contract, with strong potential to transition into a permanent role for the right person.
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Key responsibilities
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Act as a strategic finance partner to senior stakeholders including Academics, Heads of School, faculty managers and executive leadership
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Support major infrastructure initiatives through financial modelling, investment analysis and business case development
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Provide financial governance and oversight across research funding and philanthropic contributions
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Partner with academic and research leaders to support the continued growth of the research portfolio
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Identify opportunities for efficiency, improved ways of working and continuous improvement across finance processes
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Collaborate across a complex stakeholder environment including academic leaders, hospital partners and external organisations
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Provide leadership and guidance to finance team members while working closely with the broader finance function
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About the team
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The role will lead a small team of finance professionals including finance managers and junior staff, while partnering with a wide range of stakeholders across the research and academic environment.
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About you
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15+ years of finance experience within complex organisations
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Proven experience partnering with executive or senior leadership stakeholders
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Strong financial modelling, commercial analysis and business case development capability
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Demonstrated leadership experience managing and developing finance teams
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Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders
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Ability to navigate complex environments and work effectively within structured governance frameworks
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A team-oriented and pragmatic approach, able to challenge constructively while maintaining solid relationships
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CPA or CA qualification preferred
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This opportunity would suit a commercially minded finance leader who combines strong technical capability with excellent stakeholder engagement and strategic thinking.
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Desirable skills and experience
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Associate Finance Director, Research (12-month FTC with potential to transition to permanent)
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📌 Associate Finance Director (New South Wales)
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📍 New South Wales