Patricia Brand
Townsville,QLD
Summary
Patricia Brand, FAICD, FCPA, FAIM, BComJCU
Accomplished executive with extensive leadership in a large not-for-profit organisation (registered charity), adept in strategic corporate services management and financial oversight. Demonstrates unparalleled expertise in fostering innovation and steering financial and resource planning. Renowned for significant board experience and a proactive approach to sustainability and technology solutions. Excels in senior executive leadership and financial management, enhancing organizational efficiency and growth.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Services and Resources
James Cook University
01.2014 - Current
- Senior Executive leading the strategic direction and managing the corporate services portfolio which includes Estate, Human Resources, Technology Solutions, Marketing, Admissions and Future Students, Work Health and Safety, Commercial Operations, Student Accommodation and Sustainability to foster and promote innovation and best practice in the delivery of services
- As a member of the Senior Executive, significant contribution towards workforce and strategic planning and setting of future direction and planning, performance and KPI setting for the whole of the institution
- Oversee the development of risk management strategies ensuring business risks are identified and effective processes are in place in accordance with University risk management frameworks
- Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders
- Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with international, industry, government, professional and community organisations
Executive Director, Finance and Resource Planning
James Cook University
01.2008 - 12.2013
Senior Executive and Chief Financial Officer managing financial, estate and planning portfolio
Chief Financial Officer
James Cook University
01.1999 - 12.2007
Senior Executive responsible for managing the financial affairs including development of the annual budget, financial and management reporting and financial systems and processes
Managed the external audit process including the preparation of the annual external financial statements
Various Financial Roles
James Cook University
01.1975 - 12.1998
Education
Post Graduate AICD -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
FAICD (Current) -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
01-2013
FAIM (current) - Management
Australian Institute of Management
FCPA (Current) -
CPA Australia
01-2015
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
James Cook University
QLD01-1994
Skills
Significant Senior Executive leadership
Significant Board experience
Significant Financial expertise and experience
Significant experience in managing a corporate services portfolio including financial management
Certification
Queensland Government Working with children card 351234/8 - Expiry date 30 October 2026
2011 James Cook University Outstanding Alumni Award
2011 James Cook University Outstanding Alumni Award
Directorships
Director, Board Finance Committee, Townsville Hospital and Health Services, 2012 - current (finishing February 2025)
Director, Tropical Queensland Centre for Oral Health Pty Ltd, 2011 - current
Director, JCU Health Pty Ltd, 2015 - current
Director, JCU Enterprises, 2022 - current
Director, JCU CPB Pty Ltd, 2011 - current
Director, James Cook Holdings Pte Ltd (Singapore), 2011 - current
Director, James Cook University Pte Ltd (Singapore), 2008 - 2024
Chair, Finance and Risk Committee, a sub-committee of the Board of James Cook University Pte Ltd, 2009 - 2024
Director, Foundation for Australian Literary Studies
Trustee, Colin and Margaret Roderick Trust (since inception)
Trustee, Margaret and Colin Roderick Trust (since inception)
Strategic Advisor to University Council and a member of the Finance and Infrastructure, Human Resources and Work Health and Safety Sub-Committees of Council
Timeline
Deputy Vice Chancellor, Services and Resources
James Cook University
01.2014 - Current
Executive Director, Finance and Resource Planning
James Cook University
01.2008 - 12.2013
Chief Financial Officer
James Cook University
01.1999 - 12.2007
Various Financial Roles
James Cook University
01.1975 - 12.1998
Post Graduate AICD -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
FAICD (Current) -
Australian Institute of Company Directors
FAIM (current) - Management
Australian Institute of Management
FCPA (Current) -
CPA Australia
Bachelor of Commerce - Accounting And Finance
James Cook University
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