Executive Assistant to CFO

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and highly organised Executive Assistant to support the Chief Financial Officer at Cairns Airport. In this fast‑paced environment you will act as a trusted partner, helping the CFO lead effectively while contributing to strategic and operational initiatives across the business.

Key responsibilities

• Provide high‑level executive and administrative support to the CFO.
• Manage complex calendars, meetings, travel arrangements and communications.
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, papers, reports and take minutes.
• Support reporting processes and assist with presentations and Board materials.
• Handle expenses, corporate card reconciliations and administrative budget activities.
• Maintain document control systems and SharePoint sites.
• Assist with projects, research and continuous‑improvement initiatives.
• Support coordination of corporate, community and industry events.

Required profile

• Dependable, solutions‑focused professional with strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.
• Unrestricted right to work in Australia and ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card.

Required skills

• Advanced MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• SharePoint.
• Proficiency with standard communication tools.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with annual increases.
• Free 24/7 airport parking.
• Generous leave entitlements and wellbeing initiatives.
• Opportunities to contribute to strategic projects.
• Inclusive workplace culture with employee discounts and events.