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General Manager Finance
Queensland Airports Limited
Who is QAL?
Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is an accomplished airport operator which owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Longreach and Mount Isa airports – connecting the Gold Coast and northern NSW, along with regional Queensland, to the rest of the country and beyond. We are an Australian-owned company with a vision to engage customers, connect communities and deliver exceptional experiences – and a commitment to delivering for the communities where we operate. QAL is formally recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work – Certified’ organisation – currently the only airport operator in Australia with this certification. QAL is dedicated to a target of net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030. With strong passenger numbers, terminal upgrades underway - there has never been a better time to join QAL.
What you’ll contribute to:
To manage the day-to-day responsibilities of the Finance Team. To provide effective business partnering services to internal and external stakeholders that satisfy all regulatory and internal customer needs, taking us to the next stage of transformational change in automation, efficiencies and financial insights.
This role will assume responsibility for all financial and regulatory reporting within the QAL Group along with many of the internal and systems controls within the group. This role has a team of 13 in the areas of financial accounting, management accounting, tax, transactional accounting, procurement, fixed assets, cash management and business partnering functions. A comprehensive knowledge across all areas is required.
Cam who joined Queensland Airports Pty Ltd (QAL) in 2016 within the Finance Team shares his unique experience of working at QAL:
“At QAL, I work with a diverse group of people who are committed to enhancing the customer experience for the Airport. We make a difference by working closely with both internal and external stakeholders. I joined QAL due to location initially, and I stayed because we have a great team. I am able to take up QAL’s flexible working offerings and this arrangement directly enables me to volunteer coach my kid’s soccer team on two afternoons each week
In my role, I contribute by bringing both professionalism and humour to our team. I work closely with several areas of the business. QAL has provided me challenging scenarios and significant opportunity to continually learn and grow. It’s a great company (and industry) to be a part of. The company has strong ethical foundations, the team is hard working and individuals are respected.”
Qualifications and Experience required:
Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Commerce or Business (essential)
Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline (essential)
CA/CPA qualified (essential)
Minimum 10 years’ experience in management roles in large corporate and smaller organisations
Proven experience in influencing and managing key stakeholders, including senior executives and board (exposure to CFO level is essential)
Experience in the aviation or infrastructure industry (desirable)
Strong working knowledge and understanding in capital management, including project capital and ongoing capital processes
Demonstrated experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives
Demonstrated experience in technical accounting functions
Robust ability in managing a professional finance team of at least 10 people
Key deliverables/responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Manage the preparation of all financial reporting including monthly and annual reports, cash flow statements and regulatory reports for key stakeholders
Manage the annual financial statement reporting process including liaising with external auditors, tax advisors, valuers and internal corporate services. Present the annual financial statement to the CFO and Risk and Audit Committee for approval
Board and Shareholder reporting including monthly board and Risk and Audit committee papers
Build and embed a procurement function
Support the strategic planning process and underlying financial analysis a quarterly scorecard reporting
Effectively manage, motivate and develop the Finance team
Ensure the accounting function is delivered in accordance with standards and pronouncements of the Australian Accounting Standards Board
Oversee the coordination and activities of independent auditors ensuring all audit issues are resolved, and all compliance issues are met, and the preparation of the annual statutory financial statements is in accordance with Australian legal requirements
Manage the regular valuation of the airport assets for reporting purposes including land tax
What we offer you?
This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation with a great culture and assist in the transformation and growth of the business. Flexible working options are available for all employees. At QAL, we uphold the philosophy that the smooth integration of life and work benefits all. We call it ‘Living Well’.
QAL supports an inclusive approach and values diversity within the workplace. We aim to provide opportunities that allow individuals to reach their full potential regardless of their background, gender, age, work status, religious or cultural identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be required to adhere to QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP, which includes pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Please obtain the Position Description by copying this location into your browser: https://qal.elmotalent.com.au/careers/QALcareers/job/view/165.
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