Greater Melbourne Area, Australia, May 2024 – Clare Lezaja has recently taken on the role of Chief Financial Officer at Deakin University, starting in May 2024. In this significant position, Clare is based in the Greater Melbourne Area and will steer the financial strategy and operations at one of Australia’s leading educational institutions.
Prior to joining Deakin University, Clare was the Chief Financial Officer at RMIT University from November 2021 until May 2024, where she was instrumental in shaping the university’s financial policies and managing economic challenges with strategic foresight and effectiveness. Her tenure at RMIT also included a period as Interim CFO and earlier as Interim Deputy CFO for Strategic Finance, highlighting her pivotal role in financial management within the educational sector.
Clare has a robust background in financial management and strategic planning, demonstrated during her time as an Independent Consultant/Advisor for various organizations, including a notable project with an EduTech company in 2020. Her expertise includes company strategy, market analysis, and strategic financial planning.
Additionally, Clare held significant roles at CPA Australia, where she served as Chair of the CPA Council of Presidents and President of the CPA Victorian Divisional Council, influencing financial standards and practices within the profession.
Her extensive career also includes a remarkable 26-year tenure at Telstra, where she occupied several executive roles, including Executive Director of Finance and Divisional CFO. Her responsibilities spanned across strategic finance, operations enablement, and significant business unit financial management, showcasing her capacity to lead complex financial strategies and foster business growth.
About Deakin University: Deakin University, located in Victoria, Australia, is renowned for its commitment to building progressive educational environments and fostering innovation and excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. Deakin is dedicated to being a catalyst for positive change, offering a supportive and dynamic working environment that enhances the educational journey of its students.
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