• High-impact not-for-profit offering excellent salary packaging benefits.
• Meaningful role with a strong sense of purpose and a family-friendly work-life balance.
• Influential position where your finance expertise drives organisation-wide impact.
• Flexible work arrangements with an office located in Glebe, NSW.

About the Sax Institute

The Sax Institute is an independent, not-for-profit organisation that improves health and wellbeing by driving better use of evidence in policies, programs and services.

The Sax Institute has an international reputation as an Evidence Specialist, and nearly 20 years’ experience in translating research findings into policy drawing on our own expertise as well as that of our more than 50 member organisations. We work with governments, health organisations, research organisations and a network of experts nationwide to analyse policy problems and find the best evidence-based solutions.

Our office is based in Glebe, however, we offer great flexible and remote working arrangements (we come to the office for a purpose – to connect and to collaborate – with flexibility to choose your location of work outside these times). Our staff employee engagement survey showed our staff are proud to work here at the Institute and would recommend it as a great place to work – so read on and see how you can join the team!

About the role

We’re seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead critical financial operations and provide strategic support in a hands-on and purpose-driven environment.

As Finance Manager, you’ll play a central role in shaping the financial sustainability of our organisation, working closely with program managers, senior leaders, and external stakeholders. You’ll oversee budgeting, forecasting, grant management, financial reporting, compliance, and more—ensuring our mission is supported by sound financial practices and strategic decision-making.

Although no two days will be the same, responsibilities will include:

• Financial Planning & Budgeting: Managing annual budgeting and forecasting processes; providing insights and scenario analysis to support strategic goals
• Reporting & Compliance: Managing month-end processes, preparing internal and external reports and overseeing compliance with regulations including BAS, GST, and FBT.
• Grant Management & Acquittals: Working with program managers to track funding, preparing financial acquittals and ensuring compliance with donor and funding requirements.
• Cash Flow & Treasury: Overseeing cash flow management, banking relationships and payment processes.
• Team Leadership: Supervising and mentoring the Financial Accountant and Finance Officer, fostering a supportive and high-performing team culture.
• Internal Controls & Improvements: Strengthening financial controls and driving process improvements across the finance function.
• Strategic Support: Working with the Head of Finance to develop financial strategies, assessing new opportunities and providing insights for growth.

About You

Our new Finance Manager will be able to show the following skills and experience:

• Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or related discipline
• CPA or CA qualification
• 4+ years of financial management experience, including reporting, budgeting, and forecasting
• Proven experience managing grant funding and preparing acquittals (ideally in the not-for-profit or government-funded sector)
• Demonstrated leadership experience with finance teams
• In-depth knowledge of relevant accounting standards (e.g., AASB, IFRS, grant management)
• Advanced Excel skills and proficiency with accounting systems, including Microsoft BC

• A strong business intelligence mindset, with a focus on delivering timely, meaningful insights to support effective decision-making.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, especially when engaging with non-financial stakeholders
• A proactive, solutions-focused mindset
• High integrity, ethical conduct, and a commitment to continuous improvement

If this sounds interesting, please go to the Careers Opportunities page of our website to read more about the position: saxinstitute.org.au/about-us/career-opportunities.

Please contact Melinda Ewell at [email protected] if you have further questions about the role, using the subject line: Finance Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

The Sax Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer.