Finance Director – Invictus Games 2018

Location: Melbourne or Sydney, prostate Australia

Closing Date: January 13, unhealthy 2017

Overview:

The Finance Director is a key member of the Senior Management Team (SMT) and reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer, AIMG. The Finance Director will be responsible for the financial management of Federal and State Government funds, financial reporting and planning for the Games. This is a very hands-on leadership position, requiring financial flair, flexibility and agility to react to a fluid environment in order to achieve successful commercial outcomes for the Games. The Finance function will work closely with all departments which will be critical to the success of delivering a smooth and efficient event in October 2018.

The role will have the following key responsibilities:

Program Accounting including:

• Managing the overall program budget
• Managing work package budgets

Statutory reporting including:

• Monthly, quarterly and annual reporting
• Budget v actual reporting
• Oversight of the accounting and bookkeeping function
• Reporting requirements including BAS and ASIC Statements
• Ensure all local compliances regarding statutory financial statement, VAT, agents, etc
• Responsible for year-end activities relating to the accounts payable and revenue functions, and interacting with external auditors during audit field work.
• The role will be supported by an Account Manager and Bookkeeper

In addition the role seeks a true business partner who will collaborate effectively with key stakeholders, including corporate partners, agencies, broadcasters, community and government departments to build sustainable relationships. You will be required to respond to enquiries and communicate accounts payable and revenue information to employees and suppliers as required, whilst ensuring proper payroll and HR operations are in place.  You will be responsible for collecting, reviewing, recording and preparing all ticket sales and revenues accurately.

 

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

• Management of Federal and State Government funds in accordance with specified requirements and Commonwealth guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to manage finances in a program environment with budgets of $25 mil or more
• Proven people and stakeholder manager, open to direction and collaborative work style and commitment to achieving results and outcomes
• Demonstrated ability to manage all statuary accounting requirements of business with an annual turnover of approximately $8 mil
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• A high degree of professionalism and customer service skill, including strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• CPA and Accounting Degree qualified

Key attributes required:

• An inspirational leader who will make a visible and positive contribution to the senior leadership team and help, support and guide the Games to sustainability and success
• High levels of financial and business acumen with strong negotiation skills within B2B and B2C environments
• A good communicator, experienced in operating in complex multi-stakeholder environments with an ability to think through problems, innovate and achieve effective solutions
• Proven record of fostering relationships across different geographies, both internally and externally
• Understanding of the Invictus Stakeholder environment
• Demonstrated commitment to the Invictus Movement and cultural fit with AIMG

 

How to apply: Letters of application and full CV’s should be sent by email to Josie Lahey at jlahey@sriexecutive.com. For a confidential discussion about the role please contact Josie on +61 478 803 255.