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Chief Financial and Commercial Officer

Australian College of Nursing (ACN)
Department:Accounting
Type:REMOTE
Region:Canberra
Location:Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Experience:Mid-Senior Level
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Job Description

Posted on: September 7, 2026

The ACN is seeking applications from suitably qualified, commercially minded individuals to provide leadership and operational management of the financial and corporate functions of ACN.

This role is responsible for providing leadership of ACNs financial performance, investment strategy, enterprise risk, commercial growth, information communications and technology (including cyber security), and asset management.

 Desired Skills and Experience

Please note applications that do not include a cover letter addressing all the selection criteria and a CV will not be considered.

To be considered for this exciting role, you will need to meet the following selection criteria and demonstrate how you meet these in a covering letter:

Essential 

  • Tertiary qualifications in finance, accounting, or a related field essential with Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or equivalent designation desirable
  • At least five years’ experience in a senior financial or commercial role, with a track record of driving multiple revenue streams and leading financial performance across an organisation.
  • Experience implementing organisational strategy and financial frameworks that enable delivery of organisational strategic goals.
  • A leader who motivates, coaches, encourages, empowers and builds confidences whilst supporting individual growth.
  • Demonstrated experience in driving and delivering continuous improvement and transformation.
  • Experience in corporate governance and working with Boards.
  • Proven experience in managing ICT strategy, infrastructure, service delivery and cyber security.

Desirable

  • Experience leading within a not-for-profit organisation.
  • Experience managing investment funds.
  • Experience in asset management and commercial negotiation, including property.

Please note: this position is permanent full time

Whilst applications for this position will close at 4:00pm Monday 28 September 2026, they will be assessed as received and the successful applicant may be selected prior to the closing date.

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