Senior Commercial Finance Manager, Life & Super

About us

It’s an exciting time to be joining Australian Unity – we have grown significantly over recent years and are transforming to capitalise on further growth opportunities to help our customers and employees thrive. We operate with commercial principles and with a strong social purpose to create community value. Australian Unity is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Established in 1840, we are Australia’s first wellbeing company, delivering health, wealth and care services for our members and the community.

Our opportunity

We are looking for an experienced and driven Senior Commercial Finance Manager to join our Wealth & Capital Markets Finance and Commercial team. This role is critical in supporting the Executive General Manager, Life & Super by providing strategic insights, managing financial operations including the integration of a strategic acquisition, and promoting a service uplift.

If you enjoy combining strategic thinking with hands-on financial management, this is a great opportunity to take the lead and make a real impact.

Accountabilities

• Partner with Leadership: Work closely with the Executive General Manager to evaluate strategic initiatives and achieve key business goals.
• Deliver Financial Insights: Use financial analysis, forecasting, and scenario modelling to support decision-making and drive performance.
• Ensure Compliance: Oversee regulatory and capital requirements, manage governance, and maintain compliance with accounting standards like AASB 17.
• Oversee Operations: Manage the day-to-day operations of Lifeplan benefit funds, including accounting, unit pricing, and tax obligations.
• Lead the Team: Provide leadership, coaching, and guidance to a high-performing team to ensure success.
• Improve Processes: Refine and simplify budgets, forecasts, and other financial processes to improve efficiency and add value.

About You

• CA/CPA Qualified

• Strong experience in commercial finance, with skills in financial planning, analysis, and compliance.
• Advanced understanding of financial controls and systems.
• Demonstrated ability to transform a finance function.
• A track record of managing operations, meeting deadlines, and delivering accurate financial results.
• The ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and provide sound advice.
• Leadership experience, with a focus on team development and achieving results.

What’s on Offer

You will enjoy a range of great employee benefits and rewards including:

• Competitive salary + bonus program,
• Enjoy additional yearly Well-Being and Community leave days,
• 14-week paid parental leave, with equal benefit for both parents PLUS our Bump to Baby,
• Employee Referral Program,
• Employee Assistance Program – support and assistance for you and your partner at those times in life when you need it most,
• Maxxia Rewards - a great range of discounts and benefits at selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants,
• Discounts across the Australian Unity business including Private Health Insurance, General Insurance + more!
• Available access to LinkedIn Learning courses through our great Learning platform.

For further benefits visit: https://www.australianunity.com.au/careers/culture

Australian Unity is an Equal Opportunity employer and we encourage applications from all members of the community, including people of Aboriginal and Torres strait Islander descent, culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and, mature aged people.