Finance Manager

Location: Sydney or Melbourne

Hours: Full-time, 38 hours, 5 days per week 

Status: Permanent

Industrial Instrument:  Non award

The Finance Manager oversees financial operations and administrative systems to support the effective and compliant functioning of NDS.

The role supports the Director of Corporate Services and broader leadership team in delivering sound financial reporting, operational efficiencies,

and organisational compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

Financial Management

• Oversee payroll coordination with internal and outsourced providers.
• Maintain accurate and timely monthly financial reporting across states and projects.
• Support budget preparation and monitor financial performance against budget.
• Prepare documentation for annual audits and manage external auditor relationships.
• Review and prepare financial acquittals for funding bodies.

Administration and Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant reporting obligations (ASIC, ACNC, AEC, ABR).
• Manage corporate insurance policies including Workers’ Compensation.
• Maintain financial records and reporting for special grant projects.
• Oversee privacy and data governance as the organisation’s Privacy Officer.
• Ensure administrative policies and procedures are effective and up-to-date.

Operational and Strategic Support

• Provide advice on financial and operational matters to the Director of Corporate Services and Executive team.
• Contribute to funding proposals and procurement processes.
• Prepare papers and reporting for the Audit, Risk and Investment Committee (ARIC) and Board.

Team and Organisational Contribution

• Lead and develop the finance team.
• Contribute to organisational systems, process improvements, and policy development.
• Support strategic initiatives and special projects as required.
• Uphold NDS policies and values: Build respectful relationships, Lead change, Deliver clarity & impact, Support and develop others, and Embrace diversity.