Finance Manager

Western Suburbs | Full Time | 3-Month Contract | Strong Potential for Permanency

Who's hiring?
We're partnering with a well-established national retail business to recruit an experienced Finance Manager on an initial three-month contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a recognised brand, lead a small-medium sized team and make an immediate impact.

So, what's the role?
Reporting to the Group CFO, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day finance function, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management and the smooth running of the finance team. This is a hands-on leadership role that will suit someone who enjoys balancing operational responsibilities with mentoring and developing people.

A typical week might see you:

• Leading, coaching and developing a team of five finance professionals.
• Overseeing month-end close and ensuring accurate and timely financial reporting.
• Monitoring cash flow and preparing cash forecasts alongside the Group CFO.
• Reviewing balance sheet reconciliations and maintaining the fixed asset register.
• Preparing BAS, FBT and other statutory reporting requirements.
• Supporting the annual budgeting process and financial planning activities.
• Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes, controls and business efficiencies.
• Partnering with stakeholders across the business to provide financial insights and support commercial decision-making.
• Rolling up your sleeves to support the team with day-to-day finance activities as required.

To be successful, you'll have:

• CA or CPA qualification.
• Previous experience leading and developing a finance team.
• Strong financial reporting and month-end experience.
• Excellent knowledge of accounting standards and statutory compliance.
• Strong analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders across the business.
• A hands-on approach and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

What's in it for you?

• Join a recognised national retail business.
• Initial 3-month contract with strong potential to become permanent.
• Lead an established team of five.
• Hands-on leadership role with plenty of autonomy.
• Opportunity to make an immediate impact within a collaborative finance team.
• ASAP start.

If you're looking for a hands-on leadership role where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

How to apply
To apply, please submit your resume via the link below.
For a confidential discussion about the opportunity, please contact Jacqui Davey at Mansfield & Co Recruitment on jacqui@mansfieldandco.com.au.