Help safeguard the future of young Australians through strong, values-led financial leadership.
Why this role matters
As Finance Manager, you play a critical role in ensuring KYF’s financial sustainability, integrity, and accountability—so our programs remain safe, strong, and impactful for young people. Reporting directly to the CEO and working closely with the Senior Leadership Team and Board, this role combines strategic influence with hands-on financial stewardship.
You will lead financial governance, planning, and systems while modelling calm judgement, transparency, and responsibility in a complex, mission-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Financial Leadership
- Lead organisational financial planning, forecasting, and long-term sustainability modelling
- Provide clear, evidence-based financial advice to the CEO, SLT, and Board
- Support major organisational decisions, grant submissions, and business cases
- Contribute to organisational strategy, risk management, and decision-making forums
Financial Governance & Compliance
- Ensure accuracy, integrity, and compliance across all financial systems and records
- Oversee statutory obligations including BAS, PAYG, GST, superannuation, and ACNC reporting
- Lead month-end, year-end, and external audit processes
- Strengthen internal controls and proactively identify and manage financial risk
Budgeting, Forecasting & Reporting
- Lead annual budgeting across programs and departments
- Monitor financial performance and provide timely, insightful variance analysis
- Prepare clear monthly, quarterly, and Board-level financial reports
- Build financial capability and accountability across the organisation
Leadership & Collaboration
- Supervise, develop, and support the Accounts & Payroll Officer
- Communicate financial information clearly to non-financial stakeholders
- Foster a culture of transparency, reliability, and continuous improvement
Financial Operations & Systems
- Oversee payroll, accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, and cash flow
- Optimise financial systems and workflows
- Drive process improvements that strengthen efficiency and compliance
What success looks like
- Financial reporting is accurate, timely, and trusted
- Budgets and forecasts actively support good decision-making
- Strong controls reduce risk and support clean audit outcomes
- Leaders across KYF understand their financial responsibilities
- Financial systems are reliable, efficient, and continuously improving
About You
You are a confident, values-driven finance professional who combines technical excellence with sound judgement and a strong sense of responsibility.
You bring:
- A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- 5–7 years’ experience in senior finance or financial management roles
- Proven experience reporting to executive and Board level
- Strong knowledge of accounting standards, compliance, and not-for-profit environments
- High proficiency in Xero and advanced Excel
- Experience leading or mentoring staff
- Integrity, discretion, and a commitment to ethical practice
- Experience in the not-for-profit sector, grants management, or systems improvement is highly regarded.
- Child Safety & Wellbeing
KYF is deeply committed to the safety, wellbeing, and cultural safety of all children and young people. Child-safe behaviours are a condition of employment.
All staff are required to:
- Uphold professional boundaries and act in the best interests of children at all times
- Identify, respond to, and report child safety concerns or risks
- Support culturally safe practices, particularly for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and communities
- Participate in ongoing child safety training and supervision
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
KYF strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We are committed to creating culturally-safe workplaces, providing appropriate support, and recognising the strength, knowledge, and leadership of First Nations peoples.
Mandatory Requirements
- Working with Children Check (Blue Card)
- National Police Check
- Valid driver’s licence
- First Aid & CPR (and Remote Area First Aid where required)
What we offer
- A purpose-driven leadership role with real impact
- Collaborative, values-aligned culture
- Opportunity to shape long-term organisational sustainability
- Professional respect, trust, and autonomy
How to apply
Submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your suitability and alignment with KYF’s values.
