Financial Controller & Transformation Lead

Who are we?

Plan International is a global not-for-profit, working to change the world so that all children can live happy and healthy lives, and so that girls in all their diversities can take their rightful place as equals. 

At Plan International Australia, we celebrate diversity. We deeply believe all different opinions and experiences will enrich our team and represent our beneficiaries and partners across the globe. Our commitment to an inclusive workplace culture means we embrace working with all sectors of the community.  

For 85 years we’ve worked hand-in-hand with local communities, so babies can survive their first 1000 days, so children can learn in safe environments, so girls can strive for work outside the home, so young people can speak up for their rights. We know that girls are the most marginalised by poverty, and for too long have been held back from reaching their full potential. This is why we work with all children to solve poverty but especially girls. We have a long history, but our approach is new. We’re secular, and we view the children, families and local communities we work with as our partners and our equals. 

Possibility. Opportunity. Equality. Partnership. Love. Humanity. This is what we stand for.  

What is it really like? 

Reporting to the GM Finance, you’ll lead our Finance Operations Team in optimising financial processes, systems management, and compliance. Your role includes:

Transformation and Optimisation

• Drive efficiencies across AP, AR, Payroll, and financial reporting through innovation and automation.
• Implement systems enhancements and outsourcing to streamline processes and improve service delivery.
• Analyse and report expense trends for better cost control.

Financial Management & Reporting

• Oversee month-end financial processes ensuring accurate P&L, balance sheet management, and rolling cashflow forecasting.
• Provide insightful financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Maintain precise cash flow forecasting and management.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure timely preparation and compliance of statutory accounts (ACNC, ACFID, ATO, etc.).
• Lead external audit engagements and manage organisational compliance including anti-fraud and anti-terrorism obligations.
• Oversee organisational insurance and workers’ compensation.

ERP & Systems Leadership

• Own and optimise the Netsuite ERP, enhancing integration, usability, and reporting capabilities.
• Regularly evaluate and implement system enhancements for financial workflows and reporting.
• Provide training and ongoing support to maximise ERP utilisation across the organisation.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated finance team, promoting a user-focused, continuous improvement culture.
• Manage workloads effectively, particularly during peak periods, fostering professional growth and technological advancement.

Who are you?  

You are a seasoned finance leader passionate about driving change and efficiency in financial management. Your leadership combines technical expertise, strategic innovation, and a deep commitment to gender justice and social impact. You bring:

• CA or CPA qualifications with robust technical accounting skills.
• Proven leadership in transforming financial processes and systems.
• Demonstrated capability in effective team management, delegation, and accountability.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, with NetSuite experience preferred.

Our commitment

We hire for potential, not just experience. Your unique perspective, whether from professional achievements or lived experience, could be exactly what we need. Don’t tick every box? Apply anyway – you might be the innovator we’re looking for.

We’re dedicated to building a team that reflects Australia’s diversity. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and individuals from all cultural backgrounds.

Benefits

• We operate in a hybrid model, working from home or the office, and with capability to support remote workers interstate
• An open workplace in a central location in Melbourne CBD
• A culture that genuinely supports work-life integration
• We care about people’s learning and career ambitions and have a learning & development framework to support this
• Regular team connections through events and offsites
• Salary packaging
• Employee Assistance Program and other initiatives to support your mental health and wellbeing
• An inclusive working environment with various groups such as Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Working Group, Reconciliation Action Plan Group (RAP), Pride Network Committee and Social Committee.

Hours, pay and start date 

This full-time, ongoing role offers a competitive salary, classified SCHADS Level 6, with flexibility for the right candidate. Ideal start date is negotiable.