Full Time, Permanent Role Location: Sydney, NSW with Work From Home Options! Salary $150,000 Super NFP Salary Packaging Benefits Make a meaningful difference to the lives of Australians in need Life at Mission Australia When you join the team at Mission Australia, you become part of a community who are determined to end homelessness and ensure people in need can thrive. United by our Christian purpose and values, we advocate for a fairer Australia, to meet the growing needs of people across the country. Together we’re building hope and possibility for all. Find out more about us and our purpose. Your opportunity At Mission Australia, we believe everyone deserves a safe, stable home, and strong financial leadership is essential to making that a reality. As our Finance Manager, Housing Growth, you’ll take the lead in shaping the financial strategy behind our new housing initiatives, using your expertise in modelling, budgeting and commercial analysis to guide projects from concept to delivery. In this pivotal role, you will partner closely with senior leaders, provide insights that influence major decisions, and ensure our housing growth pipeline is financially sound, sustainable and ready to meet community needs. If you’re motivated by meaningful work, complex challenges and the chance to contribute to life‑changing housing outcomes, this is an opportunity to use your skills where they truly matter. Your key responsibilities will be to: Lead the financial modelling and pricing work that supports new housing growth bids and proposals. Build, review and validate complex financial models to support accurate, reliable decision‑making. Work closely with Housing Growth leaders to develop annual budgets, forecasts and long‑term financial plans. Ensure all project and divisional costs are captured, analysed and aligned with financial targets. Track financial performance, monitor variances and provide clear insights and recommendations. Support project teams with budgeting, cost control and processes for verifying and paying invoices. Build strong relationships with internal leaders, finance teams and external partners such as banks and advisors. Prepare and present high‑quality financial reports and Board papers to support key decisions. Requirements for success Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field; CA or CPA is highly regarded. 7 years’ experience in senior finance roles, ideally with exposure to PPP projects, project finance or the community housing sector. Strong capability in financial modelling, budgeting, forecasting and commercial analysis. Proven ability to perform under pressure and deliver high‑quality work within tight bid or project deadlines. Confident in presenting financial information to executives, boards and external stakeholders. Excellent stakeholder‑management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple teams. Strong understanding of project accounting, FP&A and finance business partnering. A proactive, curious mindset with the ability to navigate complex financial environments and drive practical solutions. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Your benefits To ensure our employees feel valued, empowered, and celebrated, we provide a range of employee benefits including: Rewarding work – every day you know you’re making a real difference Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay ) Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support Volunteering opportunities Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave Extra leave including: Mission Australia Thank You Day & Work Anniversary Day off Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritise the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. So, whoever you are, if you’re skilled and actively support our purpose and values, you would be welcome at Mission Australia. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application , please email talentattraction@missionaustralia.com.au or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. We strongly encourage applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander. For culturally safe support or assistance with your application, please contact us at Deadlycareers@missionaustralia.com.au Find out more about a career with Mission Australia. How to apply Click ‘Apply’ and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. Applications are shortlisted as they are received. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. Thank you
