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About the Role

This is an opportunity to play a key role in a growing national conservation organisation while enjoying the flexibility of remote work and a genuine work-life balance. We're looking for an experienced Finance & Business Operations Manager who enjoys combining financial management with business operations, governance and continuous improvement. Reporting to the Head of Conservation Engagement & Partnerships, you'll provide leadership across finance and business operations, ensuring our financial systems, governance and internal operations support the organisation's long-term sustainability and growth. This is a broad and rewarding role, ideal for someone who enjoys balancing strategic thinking with hands-on implementation. You'll work closely with our Executive Team, Board, program staff and external advisers to ensure BioDiversity Legacy remains financially strong, well-governed and equipped to deliver meaningful conservation outcomes. If you enjoy improving processes, building efficient systems and helping organisations thrive, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact.

Responsibilities

Manage and oversee all aspects of BDL’s Finances and Accounting processes with support from external Bookkeeper.
Develop and oversee the organisation’s Budget and financial strategy in line with mission and long-term goals
Manage and oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable, expense management and payroll process with support of external bookkeeper
Developing budgets, forecasts and cash flow reporting
Preparing monthly financial reports for the Executive and Board
Managing financial planning and analysis
Overseeing grants, philanthropic income and funding acquittals
Coordinating annual audits, supporting end to end process
Supporting payroll, accounts payable and receivable (with assistance from an external bookkeeper)
Identifying opportunities to improve financial systems and reporting
Support the administration and reporting of organisational reserves, policies and investments.
Overseeing organisational administration, insurance and business systems
Supporting IT systems and operational processes
Developing policies and procedures that improve efficiency and accountability
Managing external suppliers and service providers
Supporting program teams with financial systems and reporting
Provide Executive support to the leadership team as required.
Ensure business systems are efficient, scalable, and support organisational growth.
Supporting compliance with ACNC, DGR and statutory obligations
Maintaining financial controls and organisational risk frameworks
Monitoring compliance requirements
Supporting workplace health and safety
Preparing reports for the Executive and Board on compliance status and emerging risks
Develop and lead finance policy and process improvement

Requirements

Tertiary qualification in business administration, commerce, accounting, or a related discipline.
Strong understanding of financial governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks relevant to charities and not-for-profit organisations.
Demonstrated knowledge of financial management and reporting standards applicable in Australia.
Right to work in Australia.
Experience using Xero
Understanding of Australian financial governance and compliance
Ability to work independently within a remote team
Australian citizenship, permanent residency or unrestricted Australian work rights
National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)
A current driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally are desirable.
Additional qualifications or training in bookkeeping, administration or organisational development.

Skills

Financial management
Business operations
Governance
Continuous improvement
Financial systems
Budgeting
Financial reporting
Forecasting
Cash flow reporting
Financial planning and analysis
Grant management
Funding acquittals
Audit coordination
Payroll processing
Accounts payable
Accounts receivable
Risk management
Policy development
Process improvement
IT systems support
Supplier management
Compliance
Workplace health and safety

Location

Remote
NSW or VIC Preferred
Melbourne
Regional areas

Work Type

Part-time
Flexible Remote Role
Flexible hours
Full-time (FTE)
Occasional interstate travel

Experience Level

Experienced

Education Level

Tertiary qualification in business administration, commerce, accounting, or a related discipline.

Salary/Compensations

$95,000 FTE (pro rata: $57,000–$76,000) + 15% superannuation

Benefits

Above-award 15% superannuation
Flexible remote working
Flexible part-time arrangement (0.6–0.8 FTE)
Genuine work-life balance
Professional development opportunities
A collaborative and supportive team culture
The opportunity to help shape the future of a growing environmental charity

About the Company

Biodiversity Legacy (BDL) provides a pioneering approach to protecting land for future generations, and for engaging regional communities in ongoing environmental stewardship. We fill a gap in biodiversity conservation where protection via another existing conservation pathway isn’t possible or suitable. Specifically, we: Facilitate land protection through the transfer of title into safe community-governed not-for-profit ownership structures (local landholding entities) for long-term conservation; Support with identification of viable stewardship pathways; and Provide ongoing governance support to ensure that land is protected according to its intended purpose.

Equal Opportunity

Applicants must have: Australian citizenship, permanent residency or unrestricted Australian work rights
National Police Check (or willingness to obtain one)
A current driver's licence and willingness to travel occasionally are desirable.