Head of Strategic Finance
Stadiums Queensland – Milton, Brisbane

Stadiums Queensland is responsible for the management and operation of some of Queensland’s most iconic sporting and entertainment venues, delivering amazing experiences for millions of visitors each year. From international sporting events and major concerts to high-performance training, community activities and corporate functions, its venues play a vital role in the state’s cultural, sporting and economic landscape.

As Queensland prepares for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Stadiums Queensland will play a critical role in supporting the infrastructure investment, venue development and operational readiness required to deliver a world-class event and lasting legacy. Against this backdrop of significant growth and transformation, this is an opportunity to lead the organisation’s strategic financial capability, influence key investment decisions and contribute to its long-term financial sustainability and strategic direction.

As Head of Strategic Finance, you will lead budgeting, forecasting and financial analysis, providing commercially focused advice to senior management, the Audit, Risk and Compliance Committee and the Board. Reporting directly to the Group Executive, Finance and Corporate Services, you will work alongside the Financial Controller, with a distinct focus on forward planning, business performance and strategic decision-making. This is a newly created, permanent, full-time opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the annual budget process and ongoing forecasting, supporting operational priorities and long-term financial sustainability.
- Provide strategic financial advice and analysis that helps leaders understand revenue and cost drivers, assess opportunities and manage financial risks.
- Oversee long-term financial planning, including the interpretation and development of forecasts extending up to 20 years.
- Prepare clear, insightful reporting for the Board,



its committees and Government Estimates processes.
- Develop performance measures, trend analysis and practical recommendations to improve business decisions.
- Build effective partnerships across corporate teams, venues and external stakeholders, including Queensland Treasury and the administering department.

About You
You are a highly accomplished, commercially astute finance leader who brings strong strategic judgement, business acumen and the confidence to influence at an executive level. More than a traditional finance skilled, you are a trusted commercial adviser who understands the drivers of business performance, challenges conventional thinking and translates complex financial information into strategic insights that inform investment decisions and deliver sustainable outcomes.

You thrive in complex, commercially focused environments where financial strategy, operational performance and long-term investment intersect. With a proven ability to establish and enhance strategic finance capability, you bring a proactive, solutions-focused approach and the credibility to partner with senior executives, challenge assumptions and influence organisational direction.

You will possess:

- Significant senior finance leadership experience, supported by relevant tertiary qualifications, with a strong track record in commercially focused and complex operating environments.
- Extensive expertise in strategic financial management, commercial analysis, business planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.
- Demonstrated commercial acumen,



including evaluating investment opportunities, assessing financial risks, developing business cases and delivering insights that drive business performance.
- Proven ability to influence executive decision-making, challenge assumptions and build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders through commercially sound advice.
- Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities, with the ability to establish strategic finance functions, enhance decision-support frameworks and balance strategic priorities with operational delivery.

CA or CPA qualifications and financial modelling skills will be highly regarded. Candidates from both the public and private sectors are encouraged to apply.
This is a fantastic opportunity to shape a new strategic finance function and contribute to the future of some of Queensland’s most iconic venues.

Travel to venues and some work outside normal business hours may be required.

For further information about the role and a position description, please paste this link into your browser:
https://edenritchie.com.au/head-of-strategic-finance-sq/

To be considered for this role please provide the following information in your online application, for the assessment of your suitability:

- Your current CV or resume
- A covering letter telling us why you are interested in this role and how your skills and experience complements this role. This should not be a restatement of your resume. It is your opportunity to tell us about yourself, how you meet the required competencies, key duties and responsibilities, and any specific role requirements including what skills you’ll bring to the role

For a strictly confidential discussion and further information about this exceptional opportunity, please contact Kim Ritchie on 0412 156 920 or Andrew Hecker on 07 3230 0018 or email [email protected] for further information.

Applications close at 5pm, Monday 16th of November, 2026.

📌 Head of Strategic Finance (Brisbane)
🏢 Eden Ritchie Recruitment
📍 Brisbane