Financial Controller

The ACO is one of Australia’s most dynamic and highly regarded performing arts organisations. We are looking for an experienced Financial Controller to join our team:

· Permanent/part time role
· Job share arrangement – 3 days per week (Wednesday to Friday)
· Competitive salary

ABOUT THE ACO

Led by its charismatic Artistic Director, Richard Tognetti, the Australian Chamber Orchestra (ACO) is renowned world-wide for its inspired and courageous programming and unrivalled performances. The ACO collaborates with an extraordinary range of artists including the world’s leading performers, cinematographers, writers, and visual artists.

The ACO performs nationally across Australia and tours internationally every year. The ACO are based at their award-winning purpose-built home on Pier 2/3 in Sydney’s Walsh Bay Arts Precinct (known as ACO On The Pier). The venue includes a 275-seat performance space, rehearsal rooms, media suite and event space - an exciting home for performance, presentation, collaboration and community engagement.

ABOUT THE POSITION

Responsible for financial management, reporting, and process improvement for the Group (ACO, ACOIF Pty Ltd and ACO Instrument Fund). This role works closely with the entire finance team to ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency in all financial operations and to ensure the ACO and Instrument Fund can deliver on priorities, in a timely manner.

Specific responsibilities include:

• managing and overseeing day-to-day accounting, payroll, financial controls and compliance

• providing accurate and timely actual financial information

• managing ACO working capital cash reserves

• leading a small team of accountants

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Required Skills, Experience & Qualifications:

• CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent)

• Demonstrates experience in financial accounting, statutory reporting, financial controls / compliance and in identifying business efficiencies and operational improvements

• Ability to mentor, lead and manage a small team of accountants

• Strong and effective communication skills and ability to work and successfully communicate with all levels of the organization (as required)

• Strong understanding of accounting standards and related legislation (includes payroll and tax legislation)

• Ability to solve accounting issues and maintain relationships with Auditors, banks and other regulatory bodies

• Proficiency in financial systems, controls and management.

• Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion

• Demonstrates strong communication and collaboration skills – works effectively with a job-share partner to achieve shared goals.

• Ability to communicate clearly and consistently maintain continuity of work.

• Ability to respond positively to changing priorities, schedules and working styles.

• Displays proactive problem solving and identifies and addresses issues arising from shared responsibilities.

• Respects diversity and fosters inclusion – values different perspectives and contributes to an inclusive team

TERMS

This is a permanent, part-time job-share position (3 days per week – Wednesday to Friday) based at Pier 2/3 in the Walsh Bay Arts Precinct, Sydney.

WHY JOIN US?
At the ACO, you’ll be part of a team that values creativity, excellence, and collaboration. You’ll work in a stunning waterfront location, contribute to world-class music experiences, and help shape the future of one of Australia’s leading cultural organisations.

DIVERSITY & INCLUSION
The ACO is committed to equity and inclusion and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with a disability, mature age workers, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and intersex (LGBTQI+) people.

HOW TO APPLY

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to join our team. To apply, please download the position description and forward your CV and an accompanying cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience to [email protected].

Download the position description here.

If you have any queries about the position or its requirements, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Applications close: 19 December 2025

The ACO is committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a supportive and barrier-free workplace. If you require any adjustments before or during the selection process, please email [email protected]

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