Finance Operations and Accounting Lead

We are looking for a Finance Operations & Accounting Lead to join our Finance Operations & Accounting team.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced finance professional to combine technical accounting expertise, systems leadership, and continuous improvement. You'll play a critical role in strengthening financial operations, supporting integration projects, and delivering meaningful business outcomes.

Why join us

• We have big plans to become Australia’s leading purpose-driven bank.
• As a certified B Corp, we’re part of a global busicollness community who meet the highest social and environmental standards, balancing profit and purpose.
• Every role and person in our bank is essential to bringing our values, purpose and aspiration to life.
• We offer flexible working options, competitive salary and 14% super.
• Our staff have access to a range of meaningful benefits to support their physical and mental wellbeing including 24/7 free counselling, free flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
• We also support staff with study assistance, paid parental leave (regardless of gender), volunteer, bereavement, gender affirmation and family violence leave; and the opportunity for bonus annual leave.
• We support our staff to grow their careers through learning and development and an organisational culture where we reward and recognise innovation and values, not long hours.
• We are committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce that reflects the Australian community.
• We care for a conservation reserve – where we work with key partner organisations to protect threatened species and involve staff in conservation.

What you will be doing

• Lead the administration and maintenance of key finance systems, including SunGL, GTreasury, Workday and Concur.
• Manage system controls, audit logs, ITGC requirements, and finance process testing.
• Support month-end close, including journal review, trial balance, and consolidated financial reporting.
• Oversee treasury and cash settlement processes to ensure accuracy and compliance with daily deadlines.
• Play a key role in merger and integration activities, including GL mapping, reconciliations, and supplier onboarding.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing team while driving process improvement initiatives.

What you will bring

• CA or CPA qualified with experience in finance operations, accounting or financial control.
• Experience within banking, financial services, or an ADI environment is highly regarded.
• Strong understanding of financial controls, governance, risk management, and month-end processes.
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills with strong analytical capabilities.
• Proven ability to lead and develop team members while building strong stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive and solution-focused approach.
• Commitment to Bank Australia’s purpose, aspiration, values and brand as well as the B Corp ethos.

By submitting an application you agree to Bank Australia’s Privacy Policy for applicants and confirm that you are legally able to work in Australia. Bank Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to sustainable development. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities because we want to reflect the diversity of our communities. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Bank Australia reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date. If you wish to be considered, please submit your application as soon as possible. Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory background checks including but not limited to police and previous employment.