Finance Manager

Crossway Baptist Church is seeking a qualified Finance Manager to provide strategic financial leadership across a group of mission-focused entities......

Are you a financially skilled and mission-minded professional seeking to use your gifts to serve a greater purpose? Crossway Baptist Church is currently seeking a Finance Manager to provide strategic financial leadership and operational oversight within our dynamic, Christ-centred organisation.

This is an opportunity to join a team that is passionate about impact, stewardship, and advancing Kingdom work through excellence in governance and accountability.

About the Role

You will be responsible for overseeing financial operations across a multi-entity not-for-profit structure. This includes financial reporting, budgeting, compliance, and providing strategic advice to support the organisation’s mission and long-term sustainability.

You’ll work closely with senior leadership, the board, and external partners to ensure strong financial stewardship in alignment with our values and obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the preparation of accurate financial reports, budgets, and forecasting models

• Oversee day-to-day finance operations including accounts, payroll, and audit processes

• Provide financial analysis to support strategic planning and organisational growth

• Ensure compliance with ACNC, ASIC, and relevant Australian financial legislation

• Build strong relationships with internal teams, board members, auditors, and key stakeholder

We are looking for someone with the following key competencies:

• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards, budgeting, and reporting—ideally within a not-for-profit or faith-based organisation.

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyse financial data to inform decision-making and long-term planning.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders.

• Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Solid knowledge of Australian financial legislation, ACNC/ASIC requirements, and compliance frameworks relevant to charities and incorporated associations
  
  

Skills and qualifications

• Qualifications in Accounting/Finance

• CA/CPA qualified

• Experience in the not-for-profit or multi-entity environment (preferred but not essential)

• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and a proactive, servant-hearted attitude

What we offer

• A mission-aligned, supportive team environment

• Flexible working arrangements where possible

• The opportunity to contribute your skills to Kingdom impact
  

Crossway is a child-safe organisation. Employment is subject to a Working With Children Check

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the key competencies via the 'Apply to this Job' button below