Parental Leave Placement until June 2024 The role:This position plays a senior role in ensuring the objectives of the Finance Department are met by managing accounting and compliance services.The successful candidate will be required to provide leadership, direction, expert advice, analysis and co-ordination in the development and implementation of financial management strategies to enhance Menzies capability and sustainability and support its strategic targets and imperatives.You will also be required to develop and provide relevant, timely and accurate financial reports, management reports, budgeting, forecasting and other relevant analysis tools to stakeholders across the organisation; ensure timely and accurate financial reporting and other support to the Finance Committee, and oversee procurement practices within Menzies.Based in Darwin, the incumbent will be part of a small finance team at Menzies. About you:As an experienced professional, you will possess either postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and training together with a CA / CPA qualification. You also have:Demonstrated experience in managing and driving transformation and continuous improvement resolving issues of a complex nature.Experience managing staff and provide guidance and leadership to lower-level staff and foster a positive and high-performing workplace culture.Experience or demonstrated ability to develop financial strategies to enhance organisational sustainability and capacity within a substantially grant funded organisation.Exceptional interpersonal, communication and liaison skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, with demonstrated ability to communicate complex procedures regarding to non-finance stakeholders both verbally and in writing. Please refer to the position description for the further information regarding the primary responsibilities and selection criteria for this vacancy. To apply for this position, you will need to provide proof of your right to work in Australia. This could be a working visa, evidence of permanent resident status, an Australian or New Zealand passport, an Australian birth certificate or a certificate of Australian citizenship. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time. About Menzies:Menzies is one of Australia’s leading medical research institutes dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and a leader in global and tropical research into life-threatening illnesses. If making a positive health impact in Australia and across our region excites and motivates you, join us as we continue to translate our research into effective programs and partnerships in communities across Australia and the Asia-Pacific region, and find enduring solutions to health problems that matter.As a recognised national leader in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health research, education and research training, Menzies is committed to providing a culturally inclusive and supportive work environment, and ensuring our workforce is representative of the people with and for whom we work. We seek to amplify First Nations voices in all aspects of our work, and we strongly encourage Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply for this position. The Benefits:Attractive salary package $160,715 to $173,291 including super and salary packaging benefits (base salary $130,667 to $140,625)Option to increase employer superannuation contribution to 14%Significant salary packaging benefits up to $15,900 per annum6 weeks annual leave and 3 weeks personal leave If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact:Chris PearceChief Operating OfficerEmail: chris.pearce@menzies.edu.au Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. If you require any support or accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know. How to Apply:Please click on the 'Apply' button to submit your application. Applicants are required to provide the following supporting documents:Cover letterUpdated resumeA statement addressing the selection criteriaAny other relevant supporting documentation For a copy of the position description or to find more information on how to apply for this role please visit Menzies careers website: http://careers.menzies.edu.au/ or email: humanresources@menzies.edu.au Closing date: Sunday 20 August 2023 Menzies is committed to diversity and inclusion in our workplace. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their applications, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.Position Description_Financial Controller AUDDarwin0800