Who is QAL?
Queensland Airports Limited (QAL) is an accomplished airport operator which owns and operates Gold Coast, Townsville, Longreach and Mount Isa airports – connecting the Gold Coast and northern NSW, along with regional Queensland, to the rest of the country and beyond. Our company has a vision to engage customers, connect communities and deliver exceptional experiences – and a commitment to delivering for the communities where we operate. We have been formally recognised as a ‘Great Place to Work – Certified’ organisation four times and recently was awarded Work180 accreditation as a champion for gender equity for the second year in a row. Our company is dedicated to a target of net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030.
There has never been a better time to join us.
What you’ll contribute to:
An exciting opportunity has become available for a Financial Controller to join the QAL Finance team. The role is a permanent position, reporting through to the GM Finance.
The Financial Controller will be responsible for overseeing the preparation and maintenance of the accounting, payroll and transactional functions for all Queensland Airports Limited group of companies.
We are looking for a dynamic leader, who loves to develop others and can embed into the role and the wider team a passion for continuous improvement of process and governance.
An influencer of others, you will be CA or CPA qualified, have previous proven experience in a similar role.
As a strong leader you will possess:
Simone, who joined the Finance team in 2024 shares her experience of working with QAL.
“Since joining the QAL Finance Team I’ve loved immersing myself in a new industry and embracing the challenges that come with it. The team’s fun, energetic, and supportive culture has made learning and growth incredibly rewarding.
One of the biggest benefits has been the flexibility, which allows me to maintain a great work-life balance while still feeling challenged and motivated in my role. The support and collaboration within the team make every day engaging, and I look forward to continuing to grow and contribute in such a dynamic environment.”
Key deliverables/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
What we offer you?
This is an opportunity to be part of a progressive organisation with a great culture and assist in the transformation and growth of the business. Flexible working options are available for all employees. At QAL, we uphold the philosophy that the smooth integration of life and work benefits all. We call it ‘Living Well’.
QAL supports an inclusive approach and values diversity within the workplace. We aim to provide opportunities that allow individuals to reach their full potential regardless of their background, gender, age, work status, religious or cultural identity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.
The successful candidate will be required to adhere to QAL’s Drug and Alcohol Management Plan (DAMP, which includes pre-employment Drug and Alcohol Testing and have the ability to obtain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
Please obtain the Position Description by clicking HERE, or if you are on Seek, by copying the following location into your browser to access the Position Description through our careers site: https://qal.elmotalent.com.au/careers/QALcareers/jobs.
