The Role

Reporting to the Deputy Chief Finance Officer, the Manager, Financial Reporting and Analysis is a key leadership role within the Finance team, responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of financial accounting at the Memorial. This includes end-to-end management of the annual financial statements process—from preparation and review through to audit coordination and final sign-off—ensuring compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and Commonwealth financial reporting requirements.

The role offers significant accountability and visibility, making it ideal for a candidate seeking ownership of core financial processes and the opportunity to influence outcomes at an institutional level. The position also leads a small team and works closely with other finance functions to deliver integrated financial operations. With scope to represent the DCFO and CFO in internal and external forums, this role provides a valuable development pathway for professionals aspiring to broader financial leadership.

Core Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end preparation and delivery of the Memorial’s annual financial statements, ensuring compliance with Australian Accounting Standards and Commonwealth reporting requirements.

Coordinate all aspects of the annual external audit, acting as the primary liaison with internal and external auditors to ensure a smooth and timely audit process.

Oversee monthly and annual financial reporting to the Department of Finance and provide high-quality financial analysis and reporting to senior management and Council.

Manage and support a small team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture and contributing to the broader leadership of the Finance section.

Provide oversight of the Financial Operations team, including responsibility for cash management, accounts payable/receivable, and payroll functions.

Manage the Memorial’s banking arrangements and ensure effective cash flow management, liquidity monitoring, and compliance with banking requirements.

Collaborate closely with other finance functions—including budgeting, procurement, and financial systems—to ensure integrated and efficient financial operations.

Oversee the Memorial’s asset management and capitalisation processes, including asset valuation and reporting.

Develop and maintain financial accounting policies and procedures and prepare high-level reports to support compliance and strategic decision-making.

Identify and lead opportunities for continuous improvement in financial processes, systems, and reporting practices.

Represent the DCFO/CFO as required in internal and external forums.

Position Eligibility

Under section 22(8) of the Public Service Act 1999, employees must be Australian citizens to be employed in the Australian Public Service (APS).

All applicants external to AWM that are offered employment will be required to successfully undergo a National Police Check, even if they currently hold a security clearance. The check is conducted in accordance with the Australian Government Protective Security Policy Framework requirements.

Mandatory Requirements

CA or CPA Qualified

Ability to Obtain and Maintain a Baseline Security Clearnce

Contact Information

For specific questions relating to this job vacancy, please contact: Aiden Kim-Hirata, (02) 6263 6675, [email protected]

For questions relating to the online lodgement of your application, please email the Recruitment team via [email protected]

Submitting Applications

Please note that applications can only be accepted through the Australian War Memorial jobs portal

To apply, go to Australian War Memorial – Employment Opportunities and complete the online application by 11:30pm, Wednesday, 1 October 2025

Notes

This recruitment process is being used to fill ongoing and/or non-ongoing position/s.

A merit pool of suitable applicants may be created which may be used to fill future ongoing and non-ongoing vacancies should they become available over the next 18 months.

Successful applicants engaged into the APS will be subject to a probation period.

The Memorial is committed to workplace diversity and maintains an environment that values the contribution of people from different backgrounds and experiences. The Memorial welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, veterans, mature age people, people from diverse backgrounds, and people with a disability.