Group Executive

About the organisation As the national voice of the engineering profession, Engineers Australia represents and champions more than 140,000 members – empowering them with the resources, networks and opportunities to deliver ethical, high‑impact engineering for the benefit of our communities. Through strategic partnerships across business, government and academia, Engineers Australia connects industries to world‑class engineering expertise, driving innovation and progress across the nation. From advocacy and policy influence on professional standards, talent development and recognition of excellence, Engineers Australia stands at the forefront of advancing the engineering profession in every dimension. About the role Reporting directly to the CEO and as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, this role provides visionary leadership across Engineers Australia’s Finance & Risk functions. You’ll drive organisational efficiency, enhance financial performance, and enable data‑driven decisions that support EA’s strategic goals. This is a pivotal opportunity to shape the future of a respected national organisation – acting as a trusted adviser to the CEO, Board and Executive Leadership Team while fostering a culture of integrity, innovation and collaboration. You will: Provide strategic financial leadership and partner with the Executive and Senior Leadership Team to shape long‑term plans, budgets and investment decisions; Deliver accurate, insightful financial reporting and executive updates to the Board and Audit & Risk Committee that inform decisions and drive results; Lead internal audit engagement to strengthen risk management, compliance and continuous improvement across the organisation; Champion statutory compliance and governance for all financial, audit and taxation matters; Own and embed Enterprise Risk and Quality Management Frameworks across operations, ensuring robust controls and accountability; Establish and monitor risk appetite, tolerances and controls in partnership with the Board, ARC, CEO and Executive Team; Drive financial readiness for business continuity, safeguarding liquidity and resilience; Lead negotiations for banking, taxation, investment and insurance services to optimise organisational outcomes; Develop tools and systems that deliver critical financial, risk and operational insights to the Board and leadership teams; and Build a high‑performing, inclusive Finance & Risk team and foster a positive, collaborative culture across EA. Location Engineers Australia is open to this role being based in any of its offices in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra or Brisbane. About you This role suits a decisive senior finance leader who can operate in a fast‑paced, future‑looking environment, partner closely with executives and deliver an ambitious strategic plan. To succeed, you will bring: Extensive experience in financial leadership across controls, tax, risk management, treasury, FP&A and commercial finance; A proven record of leading strategic initiatives and challenging the status quo within complex, fast‑growing organisations; Experience working with and reporting to a Board within a complex corporate or membership‑based, for‑purpose organisation; A collaborative and influential approach, contributing effectively at the executive level to shape both strategy and delivery; A values‑led leadership style, with a demonstrated ability to build, mentor and inspire high‑performing teams that balance integrity, innovation and commercial success. Why Work for Engineers Australia People first: Engineers Australia places people at the heart of everything it does – they are the reason behind every initiative, innovation and achievement; Competitive remuneration: Salary packaging and benefits that recognise expertise and meaningful contribution; Generous leave options: Including 15 days of Personal Leave, 3 days of Life Leave and additional paid leave during EA’s end‑of‑year shutdown; Flexible hybrid working: Supporting a healthy work‑life balance where personal wellbeing complements professional fulfilment; Career growth and development: EA actively invests in its people, offering clear pathways for learning, growth and advancement; Inclusive and supportive culture: A workplace that values diversity, collaboration and empowers individuals to lead and achieve; Proud AWEI Bronze Employer (2023–2026): Recognised for championing a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace for LGBTQ+ employees. How to Apply For more information or a confidential discussion, please call James Carswell , Principal – Accounting & Finance at u&u on quoting reference number #42988 . At u&u Recruitment Partners we value diversity, equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Should you require reasonable adjustments or have a preferred method of communication throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request via or phone the u&u consultant to discuss. We will collaborate closely to implement appropriate adjustments. For a barrier‑free and inclusive online experience, you can access u&u’s opportunities using accessibility software Recite Me at Please submit your resume in Word format only. #J-18808-Ljbffr