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Finance Manager - Asset Management
Date: 3 Jul 2026
Search suburb or city: West Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3003
Company: Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
Lead the Finance Asset Management team to oversee the end-to-end asset accounting & management function
Newly created role with career growth opportunities
Ideally Melbourne based but open to other locations - $155k - $165k + Super + Salary Packaging
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.
About the role
Reporting to the Director Strategic Investments & Asset Management this newly created role is responsible for leading and overseeing the end-to-end asset accounting and management function to ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
Leading a team of Senior Asset Accountants this role provides operational leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction to the team. It ensures the accuracy of the Fixed Asset Register, oversees WIP settlements, supports the annual capital planning and Strategic Capital Investment Plan (SCIP) process. The role also provides expert advice and high-quality financial reporting to enable informed decision-making. The role plays a key part in stakeholder engagement and capability building, ensuring business units understand and consistently apply relevant financial policies and procedures.
In addition to managing day-to-day operations, this role will provide cover for the Director – Strategic Investments & Asset Management.
Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:
Extensive experience in financial accounting within a medium to large, complex organisation
Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business or Accounting as well as CPA/CA qualified and currently accredited
Proven team leadership experience managing and developing a high-performing team
Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders with a strong customer service mindset
Strong financial reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights to non-Finance stakeholders
Sound commercial acumen and understanding of key business drivers
Demonstrated success in driving and leading continuous improvement initiatives
This is a permanent full-time opportunity with a hybrid working environment. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means to you.
Benefits And Wellbeing
We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.
In Addition To Being a Part Of An Organisation That Is The Heartbeat Of The Nation, You Will Have Access To The Following:
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
Plus, many more!
Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
Next steps
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Rich Wilkes via rwilkes@redcrossblood.org.au.
Please note we cannot accept applications sent directly to this email please use the online portal to apply
This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.
Pulled from the full job description
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Full job description
Finance Manager - Asset Management
Date: 3 Jul 2026
Search suburb or city: West Melbourne, VIC, AU, 3003
Company: Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
Lead the Finance Asset Management team to oversee the end-to-end asset accounting & management function
Newly created role with career growth opportunities
Ideally Melbourne based but open to other locations - $155k - $165k + Super + Salary Packaging
Discover life-giving possibilities
Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: to give life. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.
About the role
Reporting to the Director Strategic Investments & Asset Management this newly created role is responsible for leading and overseeing the end-to-end asset accounting and management function to ensure compliance with financial policies, accounting standards, and audit requirements.
Leading a team of Senior Asset Accountants this role provides operational leadership, technical expertise, and strategic direction to the team. It ensures the accuracy of the Fixed Asset Register, oversees WIP settlements, supports the annual capital planning and Strategic Capital Investment Plan (SCIP) process. The role also provides expert advice and high-quality financial reporting to enable informed decision-making. The role plays a key part in stakeholder engagement and capability building, ensuring business units understand and consistently apply relevant financial policies and procedures.
In addition to managing day-to-day operations, this role will provide cover for the Director – Strategic Investments & Asset Management.
Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for:
Extensive experience in financial accounting within a medium to large, complex organisation
Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business or Accounting as well as CPA/CA qualified and currently accredited
Proven team leadership experience managing and developing a high-performing team
Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders with a strong customer service mindset
Strong financial reporting and analytical skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable business insights to non-Finance stakeholders
Sound commercial acumen and understanding of key business drivers
Demonstrated success in driving and leading continuous improvement initiatives
This is a permanent full-time opportunity with a hybrid working environment. Lifeblood is proud to accommodate flexible working and we are open to conversations around what this means to you.
Benefits And Wellbeing
We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people.
In Addition To Being a Part Of An Organisation That Is The Heartbeat Of The Nation, You Will Have Access To The Following:
Ability to purchase additional annual leave
Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment
14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent
Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
Plus, many more!
Excited about this opportunity? Apply now and discover a career filled with life-giving possibilities.
Next steps
We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Rich Wilkes via rwilkes@redcrossblood.org.au.
Please note we cannot accept applications sent directly to this email please use the online portal to apply
This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Finance Manager - Asset Management position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.