Head of Finance, Logistics

Together, we can do great things 

We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation.

We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing $35 billion worth of assets across the country.

Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes.

This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity first.

Come join us. 

The role

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Head of Finance for our Logistics division. In this pivotal role, you will develop and execute the strategic vision for our Logistics Finance team, while driving excellence and innovation.

You will manage a diverse team overseeing all financial aspects of the logistics division, including performance control, budgeting, forecasting, operational and capital expenditure, KPI tracking, and feasibility analysis for our development pipeline.

This leadership position involves close collaboration with the Logistics Executive, senior leadership, the Finance team, asset owners, and external stakeholders, providing financial insights and analysis to drive portfolio performance. You will play a critical role in advising key stakeholders, ensuring they have the information needed to make informed decisions and optimise returns for the portfolio.

If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a passion for delivering impactful results, we would love to hear from you!

What you will be doing 

• Partnering with Head of Logistics to provide finance support for strategy execution, including growth, transactions, and optimisation.
• Developing and implementing operational plans to support Group and finance strategy.
• Maintaining financial control over all aspects of the Logistics segment’s financial performance.
• Promoting a data-driven culture to identify business value-adds.
• Mentoring, coaching, and leading the Logistics Finance team.
• Overseeing the quality and production of required reporting.
• Ensuring accurate and timely development feasibilities in line with agreed milestones.
• Monitoring Logistics performance against Management Agreements and profitability targets.
• Overseeing governance, audit, and risk management processes.

What makes you stand out

We are seeking an experienced professional with relevant tertiary qualifications, coupled with a CA or CPA professional membership. Big 4 experience will be held in high regard. You will have substantial experience in property finance, demonstrating leadership in high-performing and complex business environments.

As a key member of the team, you will be responsible for building strong relationships and showcasing excellent communication, presentation, and analytical skills. Your ability to manage and lead a team effectively will be crucial, as well as your keen commercial acumen and strategic thinking.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, with the ability to manage multiple tasks across various teams and disciplines. Attention to detail and accuracy is essential in this role.

We value our people

• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous leave options.
• Experience market-leading parental leave benefits including 22 weeks paid leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work.
• Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning & Development Team committed to your growth.
• Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs.
• Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program.

 We know the power of a great experience

• Ranked 5th in the 2024 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap.
• Achieved number 2 real estate company in S&P Global Sustainability Assessment.
• Earned a silver ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
• Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025.
• Accredited Family Inclusive Workplace™.
• Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). 

Everyone counts 

GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds.

Let’s get started

If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it!

Click on “Apply” to submit your application and Thea from the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.