Head of Finance

About the role

The Head of Finance will support the Head of Finance and Assurance in delivering accurate, timely and compliant financial, tax and APRA reporting for ANZ Staff Super. This 12‑month fixed‑term position coordinates finance activities, manages key service‑provider relationships and upholds governance processes across reporting, audit, tax and risk matters.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate preparation and review of financial, tax and APRA reporting to meet legislative, prudential and accounting requirements.
• Prepare and communicate financial outcomes to management, the Trustee Board, risk and audit committees, auditors and regulators.
• Support management of financial and non‑financial risks in line with Trustee policies and risk appetite.
• Lead the annual financial reporting, audit and review processes.
• Manage day‑to‑day relationships with the scheme’s accountant, external auditors, tax advisers and internal audit.
• Oversee operational relationships with JP Morgan Fund Accounting and MUFG Financial Reporting teams.
• Assist implementation of new reporting, accounting and regulatory requirements.
• Administer APRA Connect reporting submissions and related governance processes.
• Maintain finance policies, procedures, governance documents and reporting controls.
• Provide technical advice on finance, tax, reporting, audit and risk matters.
• Lead and develop finance team members, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement.

Required profile

• Strong experience in financial, tax and regulatory reporting within financial services or superannuation.
• Knowledge of accounting standards, APRA prudential requirements, taxation and superannuation legislation.
• Experience coordinating audits, annual reporting processes and external service providers.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Demonstrated people leadership, coaching and team development capability.
• Sound understanding of governance, risk management and internal control.

Required skills