The Queensland Teachers' Union (QTU) is the registered industrial organisation representing more than 50,000 teachers, principals and TAFE educators across Queensland. Since ****, the QTU has been the professional and industrial voice of public education, advocating for members and supporting quality educational outcomes for Queensland communities.
About the role
This role provides high level financial leadership and advice to senior officers, Executive, Trustees and State Council, ensuring the organisation maintains strong financial sustainability, governance and risk management practices. The position also oversees the Finance, Business Services, ICT and Records functions, ensuring these services effectively support the QTU's operational and strategic objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading financial strategy, planning, budgeting, and forecasting.
Providing strategic financial advice to senior leadership and governance bodies.
Leading and implementing organisational projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
Overseeing statutory reporting, compliance and external audit processes.
Maintaining robust governance, risk management and internal frameworks.
Supporting the management of the QTU's investments, assets and property portfolio.
Providing leadership across Finance, Business Services, ICT and Records teams.
About you




You are an experienced senior finance executive who combines strong technical expertise with strategic thinking and a collaborative leadership style.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Membership of CPA Australia, CA ANZ or IPA and relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting and/or Business.
Significant senior-level financial management and accounting experience within a complex organisation.
Demonstrated expertise in financial management, reporting, governance, compliance and risk management.
Strong people leadership and team development skills.
Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
A commitment to trade union values and public education.
This is a rare chance to apply your financial leadership expertise in a role with genuine purpose and impact. You will contribute to an organisation that plays a significant role in supporting Queensland educators while helping shape the future direction of a respected member-based organisation.
In return, we offer:
Annual Salary $180,000 + super + generous leave (up to 16% super, conditions apply)
Permanent Full Time, 70 hours fortnight + optional fortnightly RDO.
Secure onsite parking
Access to free onsite gym
Proud not-for-profit Union located in Milton
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📌 Chief Financial Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Queensland Teachers Union
📍 Queensland