About Golf Australia:
Australian Golf is experiencing unprecedented growth and embarking upon an exciting journey of change. Golf Australia is central to this as the governing body for golf in Australia.
Our purpose is to have “more Australians playing more golf”, and our philosophy is that “all golf is golf, and all of us can be golfers”.
Australian Golf has a new strategy that positions golf as “a sport for life and fun for all”. Whether you are a member of a golf club, a round player playing social golf, a ball hitter at a driving range, a mini golfer playing with family and friends, or even one of the 5.8 million Australians who have said that they want to play but are not yet participating, Golf Australia would like to hear from you.
As the governing body for Golf in Australia, our key responsibilities are to encourage participation across the sport whilst supporting the health of all places to play around the country. Working alongside key industry partners such as the PGA of Australia and the WPGA Tour, Golf Australia helps provide player pathways through the events at club and state level, through to the Australian Open. In addition, we support the high-performance program developing talent through to the professional stage.
About the Role:
The High Performance Finance and Governance Business Partner is responsible for overseeing financial management and ensuring compliance with governance standards to support the high-performance program's strategic objectives.
This position involves managing budgets, financial reporting, and funding allocations while maintaining transparency and accountability in all financial processes. Additionally, the role ensures adherence to Golf Australia governance frameworks, including policy development, risk management, and regulatory compliance, to uphold the integrity of the high-performance program.
Please note: Full-time and Part-time options are available for this role.
Australian Golf Values:
We are committed to creating a culture that enables our employees to thrive and our Australian Golf Values are at the top of mind in everything we do:
- We Welcome Everyone
- We are Connected
- We are Courageous
- We Bring our Best
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities:
Reporting to the General Manager, High Performance, the Finance and Governance Business Partner will have the following core responsibilities:
Financial Management
- Manage and oversee the National and State High-Performance program budgets
- Develop and implement financial strategies aligned with program objectives
- Monitor and control program expenditure across all operational areas
- Prepare regular financial reports and forecasts for senior management
- Establish and maintain effective financial controls and processes
Grant Management and Reporting
- Lead the preparation and submission of AIS grant acquittals and reports
- Manage Kinghorn Foundation grant acquittals and reporting requirements
- Ensure compliance with grant conditions and deadlines
- Maintain detailed records of grant expenditure and outcomes
- Develop and maintain relationships with key funding stakeholders
Resource Allocation
- Oversee the allocation of resources across high-performance programs
- Ensure alignment of resource distribution with strategic priorities
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of resource allocation
- Identify opportunities for optimization and efficiency improvements
- Provide recommendations for resource reallocation as needed
Governance and Compliance
- Ensure adherence to Golf Australia's governance frameworks
- Develop and maintain high-performance policies and procedures
- Implement and monitor risk management protocols
- Coordinate regular governance reviews and audits
- Provide guidance on governance matters to program stakeholders
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate with internal departments and external partners
- Maintain strong relationships with AIS and other funding bodies
- Liaise with State sporting organizations on financial matters
- Provide regular updates to senior management and board committees
- Support the General Manager in strategic planning and reporting
Key Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field
- Professional accounting qualification (CA/CPA) preferred
- Minimum 5 years' experience in sports finance or similar role
- Demonstrated experience in grant management and acquittal
- Strong understanding of sports governance frameworks
- Experience with financial management software and systems
- Advanced financial management and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Excellent organisational and time management abilities
- Superior written and verbal communication skills
- Strong stakeholder management capabilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Problem-solving and decision-making skills
- High Performance sport understanding/background preferred, but not required
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have well demonstrated experience in planning, forecasting budgeting, and analytical activities that support business decisions and financial heaalth. They will possess an excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
We support Equal Opportunity practices and welcome applications from all individuals.
What you will get in return:
- A fantastic opportunity to work in a global sport
- A supportive culture that is flexible and inclusive for all individuals to thrive
- Learning & development opportunities
