<p><strong>Role Purpose</strong></p> <p>The Acting Business Manager supports the Executive Director by providing leadership and oversight of the Centre’s business, financial, governance and compliance functions. The role contributes to sound financial stewardship, risk management and operational effectiveness across the organisation.</p> <p><i>Skills in performing Company Secretary duties would be advantageous but are <strong>not essential</strong> for this role.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Financial management including budgeting, reporting, cash flow and financial analysis</li> <li>Oversight of payroll, contracts, grants and statutory accounting requirements</li> <li>Liaison with auditors, bankers, legal advisers and other external stakeholders</li> <li>Support for governance, risk management and compliance obligations</li> <li>Oversight of human resources administration and industrial relations matters</li> <li>Contribution as an active member of the Senior Leadership Team</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Relevant tertiary qualifications in <strong>Accounting, Finance or Business Administration</strong></li> <li>Eligibility for membership of a recognised professional association (e.g. CPA, CA or similar)</li> <li>Demonstrated experience in business and financial management, of a going concern, ideally within education, not-for-profit or community services.</li> <li>Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills</li> <li>High level of integrity, attention to detail and professional judgement</li> <li>Commitment to the ethos, mission and values of the Dunlea Centre and the Salesian tradition</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience supporting Boards and/or undertaking Company Secretary responsibilities</li> <li>Knowledge of education or welfare sector governance and compliance frameworks</li> </ul>