Introduction

There’s a lot happening at ACN, and it’s an exciting time to join us. With a new Strategic Direction and ambitious plans for the future, we’re strengthening our team with several key roles that will help take ACN into its next phase. One organisation with a big ambition for nursing!

We’re searching for a Director of Financial Services who can continue to modernise and strengthen our financial capability.

Description

The Finance Services Director leads ACN Group’s financial operations and Finance Services team, ensuring the accurate and compliant delivery of reporting, budgeting, payroll, and transactional services. The role supports the Chief Finance and Commercial Officer and translates strategic financial strategy into robust operational controls and high-quality information for decision-making. Additionally, the Director collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to continuously standardise, automate, and improve organisational systems and business practices.

To be considered for this exciting role, you will need to meet the following selection criteria and demonstrate how you meet these in a covering letter. Please note applications that do not include a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria and a CV will not be considered.

Skills And Experiences

Essential

- Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, commerce or a related discipline with membership of CPA Australia or Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.




- Demonstrated leadership level experience managing financial operations and financial reporting in a complex organization including managing month-end and year-end financial reporting processes, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial analysis.
- Strong knowledge of Australian accounting principles, financial controls and applicable taxation and regulatory requirements.
- Proven experience leading, coaching and developing finance teams.
- Demonstrated experience improving financial processes, systems and internal controls.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes within strict reporting deadlines.
- Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills and the capacity to explain financial matters to non-financial stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective professional relationships and influence organisational outcomes.

Desirable

- Experience in a not-for-profit, education, membership, health or skilled services organisation.
- Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, Solver, Power BI or comparable financial and reporting platforms.

Applicants are encouraged to apply at any time up to 4:00 pm Friday 4 December 2026, however we will assess applications as they are received and the successful applicant may be selected prior to the closing date.

For enquiries or to request a copy of the position description, please email [email protected]

📌 Director Finance Services (Sydney)
🏢 ACN Team Hub
📍 Sydney