About the opportunity
Great opportunity to join the University of Sydney and be part of a multi-award-winning Finance team at the cutting edge of our industry. You will be partnering with a leading CFO in the sector, engaging in all aspects of financial leadership across a large and rich purpose-driven institution offering ‘board’ level engagement with key players on our Senate and relevant Committees.
Financial Control and Treasury (FC&T) ensures that the University of Sydney, its subsidiaries, and entities, meet all external statutory financial reporting obligations, manages the University’s ‘back office’ Treasury accounting and treasury policy compliance functions, and administers and reviews a number of the University’s financial policies, including the Financial Accounting Manual.
Overarching these core functions is a CFO partnership requiring the Director to take a pan-University commercial perspective on a wide range of matters beyond the technical.
About you
The position of Director - Financial Control and Treasury has a Head of Administrative unit delegation, in line with the Senate delegations. This position is responsible for all financial statutory compliance management and external reporting on behalf of the University and its Controlled Entities and subsidiaries. This position is also responsible for negotiating, implementing, maintaining, and managing banking supplier relationships that are beneficial and cost-effective for the University.
To be considered for this role you must be registered as a CA or CPA (Graduate qualification in an applicable and appropriate field such as an MBA, Master of Law in applicable financial field, etc. would be highly desirable). Your proven financial strategic leadership experience across complex & multiple sectors and genuine intellect will be demonstrated by your ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders, including at board level. Having strong experience with enterprise systems and process design and implementation will support your excellent written and verbal communication skills, & presentation skills with the ability to adjust and present complex information audience appropriately.
Term and remuneration
You will be offered a full-time fixed term position, subject to the completion of a satisfactory probation for new appointees.
The successful candidate will be offered a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications.
Work rights
You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Gold employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.
How to apply
Korn Ferry is assisting the University of Sydney with this search. For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or support filling out this application, please contact Andre Waitsman at Korn Ferry on usydfinance@kornferry.com
Applications should be submitted to Korn Ferry: usydfinance@kornferry.com
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