Group Finance Controller
Group Finance Controller
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Job Description
Tourism Australia is seeking an exceptionalGroup Financial Controller to drive financial leadership governance and performance across our global operations.
About the Role
Reporting to the Executive General Manager Corporate Services the Group Finance Controller will oversee all financial and internal control matters across Tourism Australia. This includes financial reporting strategic planning corporate governance and risk management ensuring the highest level of service and accountability to internal and external stakeholders.
You will play a critical role in shaping Tourism Australias financial direction by:
- Leading the Finance function across Australia and our global offices
- Driving strategic financial planning reporting and analytics to inform business decisions
- Strengthening corporate governance internal controls and compliance
- Partnering with senior leaders to provide commercial insights
- Managing financial operations including accounting and taxation
- Leading and developing a high-performing cross-cultural finance team
- Representing Tourism Australia at Audit & Finance Committee meetings
About You
We are looking for a strategic and hands-on finance leader with:
- CA/CPA membership and tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Finance
- Demonstrated success managing finance functions in complex multinational organisations
- Experience leading high-performing teams across cultures and geographies
- Strong technical expertise in financial reporting taxation and compliance
- Proven ability to partner with executives and provide strategic commercial advice
- Knowledge of MS Dynamics 365 and Power BI will be highly regarded
- Commonwealth Government reporting experience (desired but not essential)
About us
Tourism Australia is the Australian Government agency responsible for attracting international visitors to Australia both for leisure and business events. We are active in 15 key markets and our activities include advertising PR and media programs trade shows and industry programs consumer promotions online communications and consumer research.
Every day we share our passion with the world sharing the story of Australia and our 65000 years of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. We are equally as passionate about creating an incredible culture at Tourism Australia recognising and supporting the individuality of our people in an environment where we learn and grow together.
Why us
Were committed to creating an inclusive and collaborative work environment that is guided by our values. We bring our values to life through the way we behave every day.
- We think big and without bordersWe have a proud history of doing innovative and ground-breaking work. And were not done yet
- We make each other betterWere one team. We value diversity and listen to all opinions before aligning on the best way forward but robust discussion makes our work stronger
- We do the right thingWe are respectful of communities cultures and the earth we all inhabit and take our responsibility to care for all three seriously
- We only do work that makes a differenceTheres so much we can do and want to do but we focus on the things that will add the most value to our industry
- Were obsessed with telling the Australian storyWere passionate about Australia her land nature people and culture. And Were proud of our role in sharing her story with the world.
What We Offer
This is a unique opportunity to influence the future of an organisation that showcases Australia to the return you will join a collaborative values-driven workplace enjoy flexible work arrangements and have the chance to make a lasting impact at both a national and international level.
How to Apply
Tourism Australia has partnered with Robert Half to manage this recruitment process.
To apply please send your resume and cover letter to Will Cannaby at
Applications close Thursday 4 September 2025.
Tourism Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging and connection including those with disabilities. We embrace individuals with diverse backgrounds perspectives and experiences.
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Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
