Finance Manager

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the completion of the financial accounts for the Ipswich Jets RLFC Inc in a timely and effective manner.

This role has one direct report and is working for a community club that is part of the QCM group of clubs.

The role encompasses daily accounting processes, payroll, monthly account, management reporting and compliance.

Skills/Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications and CPA/CA qualified 

Minimum 2 year experience in a similar role

Previous experience with Xero and payroll processing desirable

Clubs/Pubs or Retail experience highly desirable

Ability to problem solve and work autonomously

Ability to multi-task, prioritise and meet deadlines

Responsibilities include:

Financial

• Direct and coordinate the Clubs finance team;
• Interpret financial accounting standards and apply them to the monthly accounts;
• Preparation of yearly budgeting and maintaining up to date forecasts;
• Preparation of daily, weekly and monthly reporting;
• Preparation and delivery of monthly reports to the board;
• Preparation of monthly reports to the QCM group;
• Balance sheet reconciliations;
• Bank reconciliations;
• Oversee the accounts payable/receivable and payroll functionality.

Operations

• Review current processes and offer alternate and more effective solutions;
• Knowledge of the operations of a Licensed Club;
• Liaise with the Operation team to ensure accurate financial reporting and provide guidance where required

Finance Administration/Compliance

• Responsible for assisting and reviewing payroll function;
• Responsible for month end compliance of payroll such as payroll tax and super obligations;
• Responsible for timely lodgment of statutory reporting including gaming compliance;
•  Responsible for ATO reporting and liaising with external accountants with regards to FBT and income tax obligations;
• Management of audit process with the company auditors.

Procedure Implementation and Training

• Provide accounting policies and procedure direction for all finance team members;
• Maintaining effective internal controls and segregation of duties;
• Assist with implementing finance procedures necessary for the effective operation of the finance department; 

General Requirements

• Knowledge of finance, accounting, budgeting, and cost control principles including but not limited to Australian Accounting Standards and International Financial Reporting Standards;
• Knowledge of automated financial and accounting report systems;
• Various other tasks as directed by the Board, QCM group or General Manager in conjunction with finance or Club related matters.

Please apply with your current CV to email teresa@ipswichjets.com.au  Please include "Finance Manager Application" in the subject line of your email.  Applications to be received before the 9th of April 2024. 
 
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview. Please know this venue is a equal opportunity employer.