"National Finance and Operations Manager - CSI - UNSW Business School"

About the Centre for Social Impact (CSI):

The Centre for Social Impact (CSI) is a national network of centres across four of Australia’s leading universities: UNSW Sydney (CSI UNSW), University of Western Australia (CSI UWA), Flinders University (CSI Flinders) and Swinburne University of Technology (CSI Swinburne).

The National Office of the Centre for Social Impact (CSI) sits within the UNSW Business School.

Our purpose is to ignite positive, lasting social change for people and communities through education, research and engagement with not-for-profits, business, philanthropy and government.

Why Your Role Matters:

We are seeking a National Finance & Operations Manager to join CSI’s highly motivated, entrepreneurial and purpose-driven team. This role is integral to providing strategic financial and operational support to the CSI CEO, National Office and CSI Board.

You will lead financial planning, reporting and operational management, while also working closely with the CEO on board reporting and preparation of board papers.

This position is based in Sydney, Australia and provides the successful applicant with a mix of working from home and being on the UNSW Kensington campus (2 of the 3 days a week).

Responsibilities:

• Lead the analysis and reporting on CSI finances, including budgeting and forecasting
• Provide strategic financial advice and commercial insights
• Prepare board papers and reports in collaboration with the CEO
• Develop scenario models to support strategic and budget decision-making
• Oversee systems and processes for project monitoring and risk mitigation
• Lead all operational matters related to the efficient day-to-day running of CSI

About You:

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent with experience in finance or management accounting
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and comfortable undertaking basic financial modelling
• Demonstrated experience in financial planning, management and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience advising executive teams and boards desirable

Benefits and Culture:

• Flexible Working Options (e.g., work from home, flexible hours)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation and additional leave loading
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

How to Apply:

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW.
To be considered, please upload your CV and include a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how your skills and experience align to this position. Submit your application online before Sunday 11 January 2026 at 11:30pm Sydney time.

Please note: We will be reviewing and progressing applications upon receipt, so don’t delay, apply now.

Due to the annual university shutdown (December 23, 2025 – January 5, 2026) and the holiday period, there may be delays in responding to queries and providing updates on applications. We appreciate your patience during this time.

Get in Touch:

For recruitment-related questions:
Persa Tzakis
✉️ persa.tzakis@unsw.edu.au

For role-specific questions:
Arminé Nalbandian, CSI CEO
✉️ armine.nalbandian@unsw.edu.au

UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

Position Description

Advertised: 08 Dec 2025 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 11 Jan 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time