Executive Manager Financial Control and Accounting

A fantastic opportunity has presented itself for a fixed term contract until March 2027 for an Executive Manager, Financial Control & Accounting Services reporting to the General Manager Financial Control and Enterprise Partnering.

A bit about your role

As the Executive Manager, Financial Control & Accounting Services, you will lead the delivery of nbn’s financial control and accounting functions, setting a clear vision and translating strategy into action. You will create an inclusive and high‑performing team culture that reflects nbn’s values, while driving operational excellence and transformation across the finance function.

In this role, you will be accountable for establishing best‑practice processes, systems, and governance to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting. You will oversee general ledger management, month‑end processes, reconciliations, and financial statements, with a specific focus on Revenue and Operational Expense Accounting. You will manage resources across nbn and outsourced partners, maintain strong relationships with internal and external audit, and champion innovation through automation and modernisation initiatives, including the use of AI.

A bit about you

The successful candidate will be a fully qualified accountant (CA or CPA) with extensive experience leading financial control and accounting functions within large, complex organisations. You will have proven leadership experience managing large, diverse teams both onshore and offshore, and a strong track record in delivering business‑critical outcomes under time‑constrained conditions.

You will bring technical expertise in system enhancements, data management and process improvement. Your understanding of Australian Accounting Standards will be complemented by advanced analytical, problem‑solving, and influencing skills.

You are a collaborative and inclusive leader who thrives on guiding teams through change. Your ability to navigate complexity, build trust, and apply innovative thinking will ensure finance processes are simplified, governance is strengthened, and lasting value is created for nbn.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. There’s so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together, we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australia’s best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses, plus places and things, everywhere. We’re continuing to create Australia’s network—a network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive, flexible, and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard, valued, and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, and cultures. That's why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan, Accessibility & Inclusion Plan, offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave, are a Pride in Diversity Gold Employer for three years running, and have active employee-led diversity pillars. Click here to see our list of employee benefits and why we're recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women, and their Employer of Choice for 2025.

Equal Opportunities for All 

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at +61 2 8918 9990. Please note, this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment, and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters, please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here?

If you think this role might be for you, we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role is a fixed term opportunity running until end of March 2027 and applications will close at midnight on Monday, 2nd February 2026.

To be eligible for this role, you must have full working rights in Australia.