Head of Recurrent Funding, Data and Analytics

Job Description

Permanent role Based in Brisbane CBD Eden Ritchie is seeking a dedicated and experienced finance professional, with expertise in funds management, data and analytics, as well as strong advocacy and relational skills, to join a peak education body. Primary purpose of the role: Expert analysis, advice and strategy related to funding models, legislation and agreements. Implementation of organisational needs based funding arrangement. Monitoring financial compliance in accordance with Federal and State legislation, regulation and ensuring the timely completion of the Financial Questionnaire and other reporting and compliance obligations. Maintain strong relationships with key finance personnel at various Authorities, ensuring the shared understanding of funding and compliance issues. Improve financial management through contributing to Committees, reference groups, forums, staff development and other education opportunities. Provide insightful financial analysis to the organisation and other stakeholders to ensure well-informed decision making. Lead the data collection, business intelligence and analytics program. Key strategic objectives and accountabilities: Financial and Data Leadership Provide financial and data leadership through high level policy, strategy and advocacy to achieve the strategic and cultural objectives of the organisation. Monitoring financial compliance in accordance with all Federal and State legislation, regulation and other reporting and compliance obligations. Effectively manage the administration of recurrent funding and the non-state transport assistance scheme. Oversee processes and tools for the collection and provision of data. Provide an effective business intelligence platform and other tools for the analysis and sharing of student and financial information and other relevant information. Provide insightful financial and enrolment analysis to the Commission and other stakeholders to ensure well-informed decision making. People Management Positively engage with staff and role model organisational and Secretariat values and behaviours. Ensure the Funding, Data and Analytics team staff are appropriately trained and accredited to carry out the functions of their position. Ensure management responsibilities are undertaken in accordance with Human Resources policy and procedure. Advocacy and Stakeholder Management Maintain strong relationships with key finance personnel to ensure a shared understanding of funding and compliance issues. Support financial management through contributing to Committees, reference groups, forums, staff development and other education opportunities. Keep relevant authorities informed on financial related issues. Education, Skills and Experience Qualifications in accounting, finance, management or a related field. Previous experience working with complex financial models and interpreting legislation and regulation. Previous experience overseeing data and analytics programs. For a confidential discussion about this excellent opportunity contact Angela Anderson at (07) 3230 0032 or APPLY NOW by submitting your resume and cover letter in WORD format. #J-18808-Ljbffr