Finance Business Partner

• $100k + Super - Start November 2nd
• 13 month fixed term parental leave cover 
• Boutique recruitment agency, CBD location, vibrant culture!

We're hiring a Finance Business Partner to join the Lotus People team in our Sydney HQ on a 13-month fixed-term contract, covering parental leave. Lotus People is an award-winning boutique recruitment agency known for our human-first approach, deep industry knowledge and long-term partnerships with clients and candidates alike.

This is a hands-on opportunity for a commercially minded finance professional who thrives in a dynamic SME environment and wants to work closely with a leadership team who value insight, structure and proactive thinking. You'll support the end-to-end finance function alongside our Director team, reporting to the Director of Client Partnerships, bringing commercial thinking, strong process and real partnership across the business.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Support budgeting, forecasting, reporting and cashflow management
• Oversee AP/AR, credit control, invoicing and reconciliations
• Oversee our outsourced payroll provider, reviewing weekly temp and permanent payroll for accuracy
• Prepare monthly financial reports, board packs and weekly margin reporting
• Ensure compliance with tax, super, BAS, PAYG and payroll tax lodgements
• Manage award rate changes, workers compensation, Labour Hire Licence reporting and insurance renewals
• Partner with our leadership team to bring commercial insight and variance analysis to monthly catch-ups
• Drive tighter debtor management, including client follow-up and holding consultants to account
• Support our ongoing Kamal finance platform rollout
• Identify process improvements, automation and efficiencies across finance
• Liaise with external partners including auditors, payroll providers, insurers etc

What we're looking for:

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a finance role, ideally within the recruitment industry or professional services
• Working towards CA/CPA or fully qualified
• You will be willing to complete background checks including National Police Check
• Solid experience with Xero and cloud-based financial systems
• Familiarity with recruitment-specific systems such as JobAdder or Astute highly regarded
• A commercial mindset with an appetite for real business partnering
• Confident communicator who can build relationships across the business
• High level of ownership, integrity and proactivity

Why Lotus People?

• We're a multi-award-winning agency that puts people first, whether that's our clients, candidates or our team
• We've built an incredible culture we're proud of, collaborative, supportive and values-driven
• You'll work closely with our leadership team and have real influence over how finance is delivered
• Flexible working, 3 days per week in our beautiful Sydney CBD office, 2 days WFH
• Quarterly incentives including five-star dinners and weekends away 
• Group volunteering days and charity partnership with Stepping Stone House
• A friendly, inclusive office vibe with music, snacks and a 'dress for your day' dress code

OUR RECRUITMENT PROCESS

At Lotus People, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and will ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process.

Every application we receive is reviewed by a real person, never by AI. If your experience aligns with the requirements of the role, a consultant will be in touch within 2–3 business days for an initial phone screen. Shortlisted
candidates will then proceed to a virtual interview with the consultant managing the role.

Due to the volume of applications and the specific nature of our briefs, we are unable to take phone enquiries about roles before an application is submitted. We ask that all interested candidates please apply online and wait to hear from us. Rest assured, we respond to every applicant, regardless of the outcome, so you will not be left wondering.

Lotus People are proud to have been awarded Best Agency for Candidate Experience for six consecutive years. We look forward to providing you with a positive and respectful experience.