Head of Finance and Operations

Head of Finance and Operations - Property

Company Background

Our client is a well-established not-for-profit provider of premium student accommodation, located on a historic inner-city campus. With a strong community culture and a clear mission to support student life, they offer a welcoming and inclusive environment grounded in values of care, service and connection.

The organisation operates with a small, collaborative executive team and delivers a high standard of service across residential life, governance, and operations. Staff enjoy a stable, respectful and purpose-driven workplace, with access to beautiful facilities, team connection, and the chance to contribute meaningfully every day.

The Role

Reporting directly to the CEO equivalent and working as a key member of the executive leadership team, this role offers genuine breadth and influence across finance, governance and operations. With one direct report and close collaboration across the wider team, your remit will cover everything from end-to-end financial management and reporting, to oversight of risk, compliance, capital works, WHS, and administration. You'll be a key voice in strategic decision-making and help ensure the organisation continues to meet the expectations of its residents, staff, board and wider stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include :

• Lead budgeting, forecasting, reporting and payroll in a small but well-run environment
• Manage compliance, contracts, insurance, and company secretarial responsibilities
• Support HR, WHS, and facilities planning, including oversight of external suppliers
• Guide business planning, capital works and operational decision-making
• Act as Council Secretary and ensure sound governance processes and documentation

Your Background

To be considered for this role, you will ideally have :

• CA or CPA qualification and proven financial leadership experience
• Broad exposure to operational areas such as payroll, HR, WHS and administration
• A solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail and continuous improvement
• The ability to engage confidently with a diverse range of stakeholders, including board members, staff and residents
• A warm and grounded communication style, with a collaborative, team-first mindset
• Alignment with the organisation’s values and a genuine interest in contributing to a mission-led environment
• Experience in not-for-profit, residential, hospitality, or property-related settings will be highly regarded, though not essential

If you are keen to apply for this Head of Finance and Operations role, please contact John Salter at Richard Lloyd on

• quoting reference 9397 or click on 'apply now' below.

Please submit your CV in Word format and note that due to the high volume of responses we receive only suitable candidates will be contacted.