PMO Lead

About the role: 

Our Learning Evolution Program is a multi‑year, cross‑functional journey transforming learning at CPA. This work is shaping future‑ready learning experiences and pathways that empower learners to grow, adapt, and demonstrate their capabilities with confidence. It’s our most ambitious learning transformation yet—and your work will have a lasting impact

Reporting into our Portfolio Practice Lead you will be responsible for implementing, maintaining and monitoring policies, procedures, project methodologies and controls to ensure the successful management and reporting of the Learning Evolution Program at CPA Australia.

This is an initial Fixed Term Contract until March 2028

Working closely with our Program Leads, you will:

• Provide integrated program scheduling by identifying project level milestones and integrating them into an overall program level plan


• Monitor schedule variances and highlight any variance to schedule to the Program Manager and make recommendations for corrective action as appropriate


• Conduct regular project and program reviews to ensure schedule, financials, issues and risks are accurately reported


• Assist the Program Lead to maintain financial controls and systems for recording, monitoring, forecasting and budgeting program expenditure


• Manage the program RAID


• Carry out assurance review processes to ensure enterprise programs of work are adhering to the prescribed project methodology highlighting any non-conformance to the Program Lead and EPMO.


• PMO Planning and Coordination, including SteerCo and Board pack creation & minutes, interdependency management, assist with Finance management activities


• Project and Program support, including Set up Teams, Jira, Confluence, and OnePlan ready for the program and vendors to be onboarded, induct new project/program managers to ensure they understand and use the EPMO project frameworks, assist and manage ad-hoc requests

About you:

You will have previous experience in a similar role and will thrive fast paced environment with multiple stakeholder touch points. You have a proven ability to design and deliver engaging and insightful Steerco and Board packs. You will influence key stakeholders, while also supporting a diverse range of program managers and be comfortable having a voice at the table. You will understand the importance of program governance You pride yourself in your reporting and analytical skills and understand the importance of tracking and RAID Management. You will have a strong Financial acumen with demonstrated experience in programme-level budgeting, forecasting and be solution and outcome focused.

Why We Love Working at CPA Australia

At CPA Australia, we’re proud of our vibrant, values-led culture. We live by our core values: Create Opportunity, Pursue Excellence, and Achieve Together—and they shape everything we do.

Here’s what makes working here special:

• Inclusive culture – We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive.

• People-first culture – Work alongside passionate, like-minded professionals who strive to be their best.


• Hybrid flexibility – Enjoy the balance of working from home and in the office (minimum two days onsite).


• Wellbeing matters – Access health and wellbeing sessions, learning labs, and a generous reward and recognition program.


• Supportive benefits – Paid parental, volunteer, and study leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave.


• Career growth – Take advantage of learning and professional development opportunities.


• Global mindset – Be part of a truly international organisation with over 20 offices around the world.


• Incentives that reward you – Participate in our annual incentive scheme.


• Fast-paced and purpose-driven – Thrive in a dynamic environment where your work makes a difference to our members and the profession.

About Us: 

CPA Australia is Australia’s leading professional accounting body and one of the largest in the world. We have more than 175,000 members in over 100 countries and regions. Our core services include education, training, technical support and advocacy. CPA Australia provides thought leadership on local, national and international issues affecting the accounting profession and public interest. We engage with governments, regulators and industries to advocate policies that stimulate sustainable economic growth and have positive business and public outcomes. 

We are values-based organisation underpinned by the CPA Australia Way, which is our commitment to each other and a way of working. It is the foundation of our success, experienced and lived by our people, and felt by members. 

How do I Apply?

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To learn more about CPA Australia and other opportunities, please visit our Careers page at https://www.cpaaustralia.com.au/about-cpa-australia/work-with-us/careers