Finance Manager
Connected People ·www.connectedpeople.com.au
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Finance Manager opportunity with a Management Accounting lean to the role with a highly successful manufacturer of building products in the residential and commercial space based in Newcastle.
The Finance Manager will take ownership of the finance function and provide strong commercial leadership across cashflow, reporting, claims, payroll and business performance.
This is a key senior role working directly with the General Manager, Director and project managers to align on the financial commercials of the projects.
About the Role
You will lead the financial operations of the business while helping management make structured commercial decisions.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in a live operational business and is happy to be hands on across all aspects of Finance when needed.
Supported by a small administration team, you will focus on:
Key Responsibilities
About You
Please apply below or reach out to Daniel on daniel@connectedpeople.com.au for a confidential discussion
The Finance Manager will take ownership of the finance function and provide strong commercial leadership across cashflow, reporting, claims, payroll and business performance.
This is a key senior role working directly with the General Manager, Director and project managers to align on the financial commercials of the projects.
About the Role
You will lead the financial operations of the business while helping management make structured commercial decisions.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being embedded in a live operational business and is happy to be hands on across all aspects of Finance when needed.
Supported by a small administration team, you will focus on:
- Cashflow management
- Contract claims and retentions
- Management reporting
- Controls and systems
- Profitability analysis
- Commercial decision support
Key Responsibilities
- Full ownership of AR, AP, reconciliations and payroll oversight
- Prepare and manage progress claims, variations and retentions
- Forecast weekly and monthly cashflow
- Monthly management reporting (P&L, balance sheet, WIP, forecasts)
- Improve internal controls and processes
- Support pricing, margin analysis and project performance
- Assist year-end and external accountant processes
- Mentor finance/admin staff
About You
- Ideally Finance experience in manufacturing, construction or project-based businesses
- Strong understanding of claims, retentions and working capital
- Commercially minded; work closely with the project managers
- Strong Excel and MYOB skills
- Confident communicator
- Happy to work onsite 5 days a week
Please apply below or reach out to Daniel on daniel@connectedpeople.com.au for a confidential discussion
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Who is hiring for the Finance Manager role?
Connected People is hiring for the Finance Manager position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Finance Manager job located?
The Finance Manager role with Connected People is based in Newcastle, NSW, AU.
Is the Finance Manager role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Connected People.
What experience level is the Finance Manager role?
The Finance Manager position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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