Our vision is New Futures for Young People. We support young people and their children who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness, to secure and maintain housing, address physical and mental health challenges, establish successful relationships and support networks, and access pathways to education and employment. Find out more at Brisbane Youth Service.

Are you an experienced CPA or CA with a desire to contribute to a thriving not for profit organisation?

The Financial Controller is responsible for the effective day-to-day management of Brisbane Youth Service’s financial operations, systems, controls and reporting. The position leads the finance team, coordinates budgeting and financial compliance, and provides accurate and timely financial advice and analysis to support sound operational and organisational decision-making.

You’ll be a great candidate for this role if you:

- Are CPA or CA qualified with experience in the not-for-profit sector.
- Have experience managing grant acquittals and overseeing budgeting processes.
- Can demonstrate strong working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, tax, and company legislation.
- Have experience managing payroll and a strong understanding of Award interpretation, particularly for the SCHADS Award.
- Demonstrate advanced technology skills using accounting software (Xero preferred) and MS Office applications, particularly Excel.
- Can lead, manage, and develop our fantastic finance team.
- Demonstrate strong operational risk management skills, analysis, and mitigation implementation.




- Can demonstrate the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders.
- Possess highly developed communication skills, with experience preparing executive and Board reports.

Given the work that we do there will be a few non-negotiables. You’ll need to be able to have, or obtain prior to commencement:
- Working with Children Suitability Card [Blue Card].
- Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).
- Evidence of vaccination, immunity, or medical exemption for the following preventable diseases - Measles, Mumps, Rubella and Varicella [Chicken Pox]; Pertussis [Whooping Cough].

If you would like to view the full position description of this role, please reach out to **@brisyouth.org.

Our people enjoy benefits including salary packaging, adaptable working arrangements, and additional annual leave per year (depending on your role).

We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. So, even if you don’t think you quite meet all of the skills listed or tick all the boxes, we’d still love to hear from you!

If this sounds interesting, submit your cover letter telling us why you are the right person for this role, along with your resume. If you would like to discuss this position further or would like to view the full position description, please contact BYS directly on 3620 2400 or via **@brisyouth.org.

Applications for this position close at 8:30am on Monday 30 November 2026. We may start interviewing for this role prior to the closing date, so don’t delay your application.

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