<p>Established in 1890 and set across 20 acres with over 200 heritage-listed trees, Kingswood College is proudly multicultural, aspirational and future-focused. With approximately 650 students and 160 staff, the College is in the second year of its ambitious 2025–2029 Strategic Plan, anchored in five pillars: <i>Bold Expectations, Exceptional Staff, Strong Connections, Future Ready and Sustainable Legacy</i>. A bold 50-Year Master Plan is now underway, positioning the College to invest wisely in facilities that elevate learning, wellbeing and community connection.</p> <p>The Executive Director - Finance &amp; Business Services reports directly to the Principal and serves as chief financial and business officer, providing strategic leadership across finance, business operations, risk, compliance, facilities and governance.</p> <p>The Executive Director - Finance &amp; Business Services provides disciplined, evidence-informed and commercially astute leadership to ensure financial sustainability, operational excellence and strong governance. As Company Secretary to the College Council, the role partners closely with the Principal and Board to translate strategy into long-range financial planning, enterprise risk management and capital development. Overseeing finance, facilities, compliance and business services teams, the Director builds capability, strengthens systems and drives performance, ensuring the College achieves its targeted EBITDA growth and delivers major Master Plan initiatives with integrity and precision.</p> <p>The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to:</p> <ul> <li>Lead complex financial strategy, budgeting, and reporting systems, for continuous improvement.</li> <li>Proactively advise the Principal, College Executive and Council on governance, compliance and business operations, using accurate data, evidence and research-based information.</li> <li>Role model a high-performing, service-oriented culture that values personal growth and excellence.</li> <li>With strong commercial acumen, deliver capital works and master planning projects on time and budget.</li> <li>Shape enterprise risk, compliance and WHS frameworks with rigour and foresight.</li> </ul> <p>Offered as a five-year executive contract commencing at a mutually agreeable time (by negotiation), applicants must have the right to work in Australia, hold tertiary qualifications in a related field (e.g. Finance, Company Secretary) and be currently accredited with CPA, CA, AGIA, and ACIS or equivalent association.</p> <p>Kingswood College staff comply with the College’s child safety policies and related procedures, upholding legislative frameworks and regulations, at all times conducting themselves in accordance with the commitment to take all reasonable steps to promote the safety of children.&nbsp;The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to providing a child-safe environment where all children and young people feel safe and supported.</p> <p>Hutton Consulting Australia (HCA) is partnering with Kingswood College in the search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion and to obtain a <strong>Candidate Information Pack</strong> <i>prior to applying</i>, prospective candidates must contact the Lead Consultant, <strong>Chris Menage</strong> on <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:chris.menage@hutton.education?subject=Executive%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Finance%20%26%20Business%20Services%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>chris.menage@hutton.education</a>?subject=Executive%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Finance%20%26%20Business%20Services%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:chris.menage@hutton.education?subject=Executive%20Director%20%E2%80%93%20Finance%20%26%20Business%20Services%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">chris.menage@hutton.education</a></p> <p>Applications will be considered upon receipt and close <strong>5pm on Friday 20th March 2026</strong>, although <i>the College and HCA reserve the right to make an appointment prior to the closing date</i>. Please <strong>ONLY APPLY</strong> via Hutton Consulting Australia’s website:&nbsp;<a href="https://hutton.education/opportunities" rel="nofollow">https://hutton.education/opportunities</a><i> Applications&nbsp;<u>will&nbsp;not</u>&nbsp;be&nbsp;accepted&nbsp;through&nbsp;SEEK&nbsp;or&nbsp;other&nbsp;platforms.</i></p>