Group Head of Accounting

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Melbournetime type:

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End Date: March 13, 2026 (23 days left to apply)job requisition id:

R31580We are seeking an action orientated Group Head of Accounting to lead Aurecon’s financial and statutory reporting and drive continued transformation across our finance and shared services functions. In this senior leadership role, you’ll combine technical expertise with strategic thinking to deliver across a diversified portfolio. You’ll represent finance at senior levels, partner with senior stakeholders, and lead a high-performing team to shape Aurecon’s future.**Here are the key things you will do to ‘bring ideas to life’:*** Own group consolidation and statutory reporting; lead external audit and ensure high‑quality, timely deliverables.* Strengthen governance and controls across entities, uplift policies, procedures, and the operating rhythm for reporting deadlines.* Prepare board and committee papers, translating performance, risk, and outlook into clear, actionable insights.* Drive finance transformation: streamline processes, improve data integrity, and implement automation to speed cycle times, provide business intelligence, and enhance accuracy.* Lead ESG disclosures and climate reporting, collaborating cross‑functionally to align with sustainability objectives.* Provide commercial finance leadership for business cases, capex planning, tender support, and ad‑hoc strategic initiatives.* Provide leadership and direction to an established onshore and offshore team, fostering collaboration and driving capability uplift across functions.* Support integration and change (e.g., M&A, systems upgrades), ensuring continuity, standardisation, and scalable processes.**What we’re looking for:*** CA/CPA qualified with extensive experience in group finance leadership roles, preferably in professional services.* 10+ years in senior finance positions, including oversight of multi-entity reporting and governance.* Strong background in strategic planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling.* Experience driving finance transformation, process optimisation, and system improvements. Technology savvy.* Demonstrated ability to engage at board level, influence decisions, and partner with senior stakeholders.* Skilled in leading and developing high-performing teams, including offshore capability uplift.* Commercial and operational acumen with a track record of supporting business growth and strategic initiatives.* Ability to lead ESG disclosures and climate reporting, collaborating cross‑functionally to align with sustainability objectives.Joining Aurecon means stepping into a role with unparalleled breadth and impact. You’ll lead a diverse portfolio spanning finance, procurement, ESG, and transformation, giving you exposure to strategic initiatives that shape our business and influence sustainability outcomes.Alongside this, you’ll enjoy flexible work options, learning and development opportunities, and benefits like paid parental leave, cultural holiday swaps, and wellbeing programs. At Aurecon, you can bring your whole self to work—and your voice will be heard.Then please apply. Remember, it’s you and how you bring ideas to life which are important. Your background, unique needs and individuality will be valued. Visit our website to learn more atApply now.## **Our purpose is bringing ideas to life.**. #J-18808-Ljbffr