Senior Finance Manager - Financial Controller

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Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
Hybrid
Senior level
Information Technology • Marketing Tech • Transportation • Travel • Financial Services
The Role
Lead financial control and statutory reporting for Qantas Loyalty, owning month‑end/half‑year/year‑end close, balance sheet governance, audit coordination, legal entity statements, and partner billing. Drive controls, compliance, process improvement and automation, partner with Group Finance/Treasury/Tax, and lead a high‑performing team in a commercially complex environment. Fixed‑term 14‑month role based in Mascot.
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Job Description

  • Lead financial control, statutory reporting and governance across Qantas Loyalty
  • Own month-end close, balance sheet integrity, audit management and legal entity reporting
  • 14M Fixed Term role based at our corporate campus in Mascot 

Qantas has always been dedicated to going above and beyond for their customers – both in the air, and on the ground and at Qantas Loyalty; we’re a huge part of that commitment. By taking the time to recognise and reward our members, we build stronger relationships with the people who matter most.

As our Financial Controller, you'll play a critical role in maintaining the integrity of financial reporting across the Qantas Loyalty portfolio. Reporting to the Head of Finance – Planning & Performance, you'll lead a team responsible for delivering robust financial control, governance and compliance outcomes in a dynamic and commercially complex environment. This role provides a unique opportunity to partner with senior finance leaders, shape the control environment and contribute to the continued growth and transformation of one of Australia's most successful businesses.

What you'll be doing:

As the Financial Control lead across the Loyalty portfolio, you will:

  • Lead the month-end, half-year and year-end close processes, ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting
  • Own balance sheet governance, including reconciliations, review and attestation of key accounts
  • Oversee statutory reporting requirements and preparation of legal entity financial statements
  • Coordinate half-year and annual reporting deliverables and supporting documentation
  • Act as the primary finance contact for Internal Audit and External Audit, coordinating audit activity and remediation actions
  • Ensure compliance with Group accounting policies and governance requirements
  • Review accounting treatments and provide technical accounting guidance on new initiatives, commercial arrangements and business transactions
  • Lead the continuous enhancement of financial controls, governance frameworks and risk management processes
  • Partner with Group Finance, Treasury, Tax and Shared Services teams to support reporting and compliance obligations
  • Lead the end-to-end financial governance of partner onboarding, billing and payment processes, ensuring financial integrity, compliance and control effectiveness.
  • Drive process improvement, standardisation and automation initiatives across the finance function
  • Lead and develop a high-performing team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

What you'll bring:

  • CA or CPA qualification
  • 8+ years' experience in Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Audit or Corporate Accounting roles
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and statutory reporting requirements
  • Demonstrated experience leading month-end, half-year and year-end reporting processes
  • Experience preparing or reviewing statutory financial statements and legal entity reporting
  • Strong understanding of financial controls, governance and risk management frameworks
  • Experience managing internal and external audit relationships
  • Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across complex business environments
  • Strong people leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
  • A continuous improvement mindset with a passion for driving efficiency and control effectiveness

Why Qantas?

You’ll join a team where creativity and passion are encouraged. Our people come together to allow us to dream big and deliver successfully. There are many different opportunities across our team, which means you’ll be able to grow both personally and professionally at Qantas. Your development is a priority for us – so that you can maintain the high standards our customers have come to expect and can continue to develop over time. You’ll be supported from day 1 with on the job training and coaching as well as our formal training opportunities. While you may start in this role, we’ve got a great track record of supporting our people to take their career in so many different directions, the destinations are endless.

The Qantas employee benefits program offers amazing benefits that extend well beyond travel:

  • We love to travel: Enjoy heavily discounted air travel within Australia and across the globe, both for you and your family and friends, as well as exclusive deals on accommodation and holidays.
  • We have flexible leave options: Make use of leave and flexible working opportunities including the option to purchase additional paid leave for eligible employees.
  • We’ll give you access to thousands of rewards: Through our partnerships we can offer you discounts across shopping, food and wine, insurance, health and wellbeing, leisure and entertainment. You can also take advantage of our salary packaging program including motor vehicles, eligible portable electronic devices and professional memberships.
  • We’ll support your wellbeing: Whether it’s learning to better support your own and others’ mental health, our interactive wellbeing app or your very own tailored nutrition plan.

Be a part of something special and play your part in the Qantas story – apply today!

Applications Close: Wednesday 5th August 2026

Skills Required

  • CA or CPA qualification
  • 8+ years experience in Financial Control, Financial Reporting, Audit or Corporate Accounting roles
  • Strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and statutory reporting requirements
  • Demonstrated experience leading month‑end, half‑year and year‑end reporting processes
  • Experience preparing or reviewing statutory financial statements and legal entity reporting
  • Strong understanding of financial controls, governance and risk management frameworks
  • Experience managing internal and external audit relationships
  • Proven ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders across complex business environments
  • Strong people leadership, communication and problem‑solving skills
  • Continuous improvement mindset with passion for driving efficiency, standardisation and automation

Qantas Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Qantas and has not been reviewed or approved by Qantas.

  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Travel benefits are considered a standout, including heavily discounted standby flights and broad partner discounts across shopping, insurance, and leisure. Access to a discounted national gym network and a confidential assistance program reinforces lifestyle and wellbeing support.
  • Parental & Family Support Parental leave provisions include extended paid leave for primary and secondary carers, with superannuation continuing during paid or unpaid leave. Family-oriented programs and structured support for transitions strengthen the overall family benefits.
  • Career-Linked Recognition & Rewards Recognition and rewards include one-off performance bonuses, an ongoing employee share plan tied to company results, and internal programs that convert recognition into travel credits and perks. These mechanisms provide tangible rewards connected to contribution and business outcomes.

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The Company
HQ: Mascot, New South Wales
17,283 Employees
Year Founded: 1920

What We Do

We would like to acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the local lands and waterways on which we live, work and fly. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. Spirit is everything to us, and joining the Qantas team means bringing your spirit to ours. We have over 26,000 exceptional employees, and every year we fly millions of customers around Australia and the world – together. If you hop on board with the team, you'll experience a workplace where creativity, diversity and innovation are encouraged. We aim to give every member of the Qantas Group the support to follow their dreams, face new challenges, and let their future take flight. Ultimately, people are our priority – those who work for us and those who travel with us. For the latest information on the cyber incident: https://bit.ly/3I7jNfM Member of the oneworld Alliance. Please read the Qantas LinkedIn House Rules at http://bit.ly/QFhouserules

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