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Management Accounting / Business Services and Performance / Corporate Services / Townsville University Hospital

About your chance

The Director Management Accounting provides strategic leadership and direction for the management accounting function across the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (THHS). The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, financial performance reporting, ABF/ABM analysis, and financial governance processes to ensure THHS meets its financial obligations and strategic objectives. This position leads a high performing team, drives financial sustainability, and provides authoritative financial advice to the Executive, Service Group Directors, and governance committees.

About your new employer

Clinical Excellence

The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.

Career Growth and Development

We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives,



and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).

Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage

A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit qualified network.

Competitive salary and benefits: We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.

Salary range: $179,569 to $193,698 p.a. (HSO1-3) 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available.

Requirements

- A degree in accounting, commerce, business or related field.
- Full CPA/CA membership is required.
- Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association.
- Highly regarded: Demonstrated senior-level experience in financial leadership, management accounting, and strategic financial planning in a large complex organisation.
- Highly regarded: Extensive knowledge of ABF/ABM, health funding models, and financial governance frameworks.

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Applications close: Tuesday, 22 September 2026.

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📌 Director Financial Performance (Management Accounting) (Townsville City)
🏢 Health
📍 Townsville City