Commercial Manager Melbourne Zoo

Victoria, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Commercial Manager Melbourne Zoo

Have you ever imagined leading the commercial strategy behind one of Australias most iconic destinations Melbourne Zoo Are you passionate about shaping hospitality experiences that delight guests and strengthen community connections Do you thrive on turning strategic ideas into operational excellence building partnerships that inspire and driving financial performance across multimillion-dollar projects If youre ready to make a meaningful impact in a role that blends purpose innovation and leadership wed love to hear from you.

Be part of a purpose-led team transforming everyday moments into extraordinary experiences.

About the role

You will be at the forefront of our commercial strategy overseeing multimillion-dollar projects and ensuring the successful execution of high-value contracts. Youll work closely with senior stakeholders across public and private sectors bringing strategic insight and financial rigor to every initiative. This role is based at the Melbourne Zoo site with the flexibility to work under a hybrid model (3 days onsite 2 days remote).

Main responsibilities

Lead accurate and timely month-end closing processes
Partner with internal stakeholders to enhance financial performance
Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts
Manage contract compliance including price escalations and variations
Conduct performance reviews against contractual benchmarks
Own end-to-end commercial responsibility for key projects
Support bid modelling and project retention strategies
Identify and implement streamlined commercial processes
Deliver end-of-month P&L reporting and client invoicing

About you

Were looking for someone who brings both commercial acumen and strategic thinking with a passion for hospitality and innovation.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Accounting degree and CA/CPA Australia membership
57 years experience in a commercial accounting environment
Strong technical and analytical skills
Advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency
Proven ability to influence senior operational leaders through data-driven insights

Desirable Attributes

Experience leading and developing high-performing multi-site teams
Ability to build and maintain complex client relationships at a senior level
A forward-thinking mindset with a passion for delivering exceptional guest experiences
Exposure to diverse food and beverage environments from casual cafés to premium restaurants

Were committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and empowers all team members to thrive. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities and we actively encourage women to apply for leadership roles.

This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a role that combines purpose innovation and commercial leadership all within the inspiring setting of Melbourne Zoo.

Ready to design the future with us
Apply now and bring your creativity to life in spaces that matter.

The Benefits

Working with a large global company means you can be assured that we have an attractive benefits program! This includes comprehensive learning & development offerings a variety of recognition programs and company discounts an excellent salary benchmarking matrix and at this management level also includes an incentive bonus scheme! You can read all about these here: Why work at Compass

If youre ready to take the next step in your designer career and contribute to something bigger we want to hear from you! For any questions doubts or for a confidential chat please reach out to us at or

We are committed to ensuring a recruitment process that is fair inclusive and accessible to all. If you require any adjustments or alternative methods of communication during the process please let us knowour team will support you in the way that works best for you.

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Commercial Manager Melbourne ZooHave you ever imagined leading the commercial strategy behind one of Australias most iconic destinations Melbourne Zoo Are you passionate about shaping hospitality experiences that delight guests and strengthen community connections Do you thrive on turning strategic...