People for Purpose

Finance Officer: People for Purpose
Closing Date
June 1, 2025
Capacity:
Part-time
Location:
Sydney
Use your finance skills to drive purpose-led leadership in a values-based organisation committed to positive social impact
  • Work for an organisation that exists to drive social impact
  • Help shape sustainable growth in a purpose-led business
  • Collaborate with a values-driven, high-performing team

The organisation

People for Purpose exists to advance leadership for social impact. We partner with boards and executive teams across Australia to find and support leaders who shape purpose, culture, and strategy. Deeply embedded in the social sector, we are trusted advisors to charities, foundations, and social enterprises. We walk alongside our clients, offering expertise and insight from lived experience in the sector. As a growing, values-led organisation, we are committed to balancing our mission with commercial strength and sustainability
  
The role

This is a hands-on, strategic, and operational finance role within a growing, purpose-driven small business. Reporting to the Managing Director, the Finance Officer will support the commercial health and operational effectiveness of the organisation. This includes everything from financial compliance, cash flow, and reporting, to improving systems and supporting strategy.
  
We’re looking for someone who combines technical capability with a genuine interest in contributing to social impact. You’ll manage financial controls, enhance reporting, contribute to automation, support ESG alignment (including B-Corp exploration), and guide sound business decisions. You’ll also work closely with leadership and operations to create a streamlined, values-aligned finance function
  
  
To apply

  1. We invite you to read the position description (https://shorturl.at/BnegY).
  2. Once you have absorbed this information and completed your own research, if you have specific questions, please call us on 0468 625 252 or email [email protected]
  3. Your application will include your CV, as well as a cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align to this opportunity and why you are interested in joining People for Purpose. A considered cover letter will be an important part of your application.

  
Applications close at 5pm on Sunday, 1 June.