Jeff Keech

Jeff Keech is an experienced finance professional with a diverse background in public and private sectors. Currently serving as Finance Manager at Ipswich City Council since June 2016, responsibilities include leading corporate finance, procurement, and accounts payable teams, providing strategic financial advice to executive leadership. Previous roles include Acting Chief Operating Officer for Finance and Corporate Services at Ipswich City Council and Finance Director for the APAC/Africa region at Ausenco. Keech has held senior finance positions at Ringway Jacobs and Townsville City Council, where strategic financial guidance was provided to executive teams, and has also managed financial planning and consultancy projects. Educational qualifications include a Master of Business Administration and a Bachelor's Degree in Commerce from James Cook University, alongside membership with Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand.