Finance, Audit & Risk Committee Member - Special Olympics AustraliaWork From Anywhere

SOA is seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join the Finance, Audit and Risk Management (FARM) Committee.

As a valued committee member, you will collaborate with like-minded leaders, help strengthen organisational sustainability, and play a meaningful role in creating positive impact across communities.

The purpose of the FARM is to oversee the:

• Preparation and integrity of the organisation’s financial accounts and statements
• Internal controls, policies, and procedures that the organisation uses to identify and manage business risks
• Organisation insurance activities
• Qualifications, independence, engagement, fees and performance of the organisation’s external auditor
• External auditor’s annual audit of the organisation’s financial statements
• Organisation’s compliance with legal, regulatory requirements and compliance policies.

We are seeking candidates who have:

• Qualifications as a Certified Practicing Accountant or Chartered Accountant (ideally) or tertiary qualifications in finance
• An understanding of the appropriate business of a Finance, Audit and Risk Committee, from either having reported into one or having been a member of one previously
• Experience in working with audit firms as a client or as an audit services provider
• Able to make a positive contribution to the committee as an excellent communicator who values and respects others’ expertise and contribution
• Knowledge of the obligations of charitable organisations
• A desire to make a difference to the lives of people with intellectual disability
• An aspiration to become a non-executive director of the SOA Board in the future.

Special Olympics Australia celebrates diversity and embraces differences in gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation. We encourage all suitable applicants to apply. As we are look to enhance our committee's gender balance, women and gender diverse people are strongly encouraged to apply at this time.

To apply, please forward your resume to Richard Timbs via richardt@specialolympics.com.au by 5pm (AEST), Friday 31 July 2026.

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