General Manager, Finance

Is this you?

• Solution-focused with an extensive background in financial management?
• Seeking a rewarding role with a supportive organisation that values your growth and wellbeing?
• Work from home on a hybrid model with a flexible schedule that suits you!

At ACSO, we look for people who believe in second chances, who share our values and are passionate about supporting people to thrive. If all of this sounds like you, read on!

What ACSO can offer you

• Full time, permanent position available. Melbourne location!
• $178,000 base salary + 11% superannuation + NFP salary packaging options (more after tax $ in your pocket!)
• Annual leave loading of 17.5%
• Phone, laptop, and provisions to help set you up at home
• Learning and development opportunities - including access to ACSO's leadership development program and a dedicated leadership coach. In house training suite of client specific training including in Trauma Informed Practice, Mental Health First Aid (MHFA), Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), plus best practice training on all aspects of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging.
• Flexible working arrangements - includes options for an accrued day off or compressed hours, and the opportunity to work from home on a hybrid model with our Melbourne hub 2 days per week, and from home 3 days per week if desired
• Wellbeing initiatives - such as free flu vaccines, wellbeing and professional development vouchers, Employee Assistance Program and Reward and Recognition Program. Our employees matter!
• Dedicated inclusion and diversity initiatives to support employees from all backgrounds and dispositions, including specialised leave for cultural ceremonies or gender affirmation

About Us

The Australian Community Support Organisation (ACSO) is a vibrant, values driven NFP, focused on partnering with Government and the community to co-design services that create real social change. We are an organisation with a bold vision to create a safe and inclusive community where prison truly is the last resort. Our purpose is to strengthen the wellbeing of our communities by advocating for and delivering services which divert people away from the justice system.

The Australian Community Support Organisation recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias. ACSO is committed to the equitable treatment of its participants, employees and partners. We believe in humanity and celebrating the diverse voices of our community through leadership, practice and policy design, to honour and embrace diverse traditions, cultures and experiences of those we support and work alongside.

About the role

With a focus on solution finding behaviours and significant financial management expertise, the General Manager, Finance's role is to lead the Finance team in partnering with the organisation to provide cost-effective support and strategic insight. They will be accountable for ACSO's financial reporting and systems, and report to the Chief Corporate Services Officer (CCSO), Executive, and Board on key financial measures. They are responsible for developing and maintaining senior stakeholder relationships with government and other services providers to maximise ACSO's reputation and financial opportunities.

The General Manager, Finance will be involved in facilitating best practice to ensure continuous improvement in Finance services delivery and organisational capability.

What we're looking for

• CPA / CA qualification with strong financial management experience
• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in accounting
• 10+ years sector experience with at least 5 years' experience as a leader of managers
• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including IFRS and Generally Accepted Accounting Principles
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting reporting systems
• Knowledge of federal and state financial regulations
• Ability to analyse financial data and prepare financial reports, statements and projections
• Working knowledge of short and long-term budgeting and forecasting, rolling budgets, and product-line profitability analysis
• Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects
• Experience in leading teams in partnering with the business
• Significant experience demonstrating solution finding behaviours

Desirable but not essential

• Experience in accounting for Government contracts
• Experience in Technology One enterprise system
• Small and large-scale project management experience.

How to apply

If you think you'd be a great fit - we'd love to hear from you!

To apply and view the position description (PD), please visit our careers website and provide a copy of your resume, a brief covering letter and a document outlining responses to the selection criteria found in the PD.

To learn more about this position, please contact Jules Georgiou, People Experience Partner 0499 500 462.

Applications close Sunday 10 March 2024

Applications may close early if a suitable candidate is found sooner, so we recommend applying early!

ACSO proudly acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as Australia's first peoples and pay respect to their rich culture, lores, customs and elders past and present. We strongly embrace the spirit of reconciliation and continue working towards ensuring an equal voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, particularly those who have been touched by the justice system.

ACSO recognises the right to a safe and inclusive service without bias and aims to provide a safe working environment, one which seeks to protect those affected by domestic and family violence and holds those who may use domestic and family violence to account, whilst supporting positive behaviour change.

ACSO embraces diversity within its workforce and encourages applications from appropriately qualified and skilled people regardless of their background. All suitable applicants for this role will be considered regardless of age, ability, race, gender expression, sex, cultural background, spiritual beliefs or lived experience.