Finance Manager - Broadcast Operations

Company DescriptionNine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company – the home of Australia’s most trusted and loved brands spanning News, Sport, Lifestyle, and Entertainment. We pride ourselves on creating the best content, accessed by consumers when and how they want – across Publishing, Broadcasting and Digital.Nine’s assets include the 9Network, major mastheads such as The Sydney Morning Herald, The Age and The Australian Financial Review, radio stations 2GB, 3AW, 4BC and 6PR, digital properties such as nine.com.au, 9Now, 9Honey, Pedestrian.TV, Drive, subscription video platform Stan and a majority investment in Domain Group.Our Purpose: We shape culture by sparking conversations, challenging perspectives, and entertaining our communities.We bring people together by celebrating the big occasions and connecting the everyday moments. Australia belongs here. We bring our purpose to life via three shared values: We walk the talk, turn over every stone and keep it human.Job DescriptionAn exciting opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join our Television Finance team at Nine. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will be a pivotal link between Finance and our Broadcast Operations and will oversee and manage the operations departments of the Television business, as well as capital expenditure across the television Broadcast division. From month-end reporting to forecasting and budgeting, you'll ensure the financial health of your business units and will play a key role in enhancing our finance and business partnership efforts company-wide.You will;Deliver monthly reports to department heads and key stakeholders.Analyse monthly expenses, ensuring budget alignment and identifying efficiency opportunities.Develop precise annual departmental budgets, covering all essential costs.Oversee Broadcast Operations detailed financials, managing capex budgets and forecasts with a high level of attention to detail.Build strong relationships with key Broadcast Operations team members.Foster a culture of improvement and collaboration within the finance team.Ensure strict compliance with control frameworks and adapt to evolving standards.Maintain team engagement and provide development and mentoring for your direct reports.From a business partnering perspective, you will excel in managing internal and external relationships, supporting business partners with accurate financial insights, and effectively communicating financial analysis to senior stakeholders. Additionally, you'll play a pivotal role in identifying efficiencies within the Broadcast Operations function.QualificationsQualified Accountant (CA or CPA)Proficiency in ExcelStrong communication skills; clear, timely, and consistentSharp analytical abilities with meticulous attention to detailProven ability to work efficiently under deadlinesEffective time management and prioritization skillsExceptional reconciliation skillsDedication to maintaining high standards of work qualityDesirable:Experience in the Television or content production IndustriesFamiliarity with Microsoft D365 and TM1 applicationsAdditional InformationLife at Nine: Nine is a people business. Being part of the team means you’ll be in a culture that promotes creativity and innovation, diversity and inclusion, is open to feedback, rewards impact and ensures everyone is heard. Importantly, you'll receive the following:Career development and quality trainingUp to 16 weeks paid primary carer’s parental leaveDiscounts on lifestyle, entertainment, and leisure memberships, including health insurance, dental and gymDiscounts on products and services with corporate partnersOur Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:At Nine, we are committed to fostering a workforce that embraces all aspects of diversity and inclusion and where practices are equitable to ensure our people experience a sense of belonging. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process in order to equitably participate, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.Disclaimer: We do not accept unsolicited agency resumes and are not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.