Finance Manager

Our client is a global manufacturing and equipment supplier in the consumables industry. This Finance Manager works closely with the CFO and wider Finance team, overseeing the end-to-end financial operations for the company. This includes day-to-day financial matters, providing financial advice to Senior Management and proactively improving efficiencies. Please note a CA ANZ Qualification is required for this position.

Financial Reporting:

· Ensure the preparation of timely and accurate monthly management accounts and reports for operational management of the group.

· Compile monthly financial reports, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Budgeting and Forecasting:

· Complete annual budget, encompassing operating and capital budgets, profit forecasts, and short- and long-term cash flow projections.

Cash Management:

· Proactively manage cash flow, producing rolling cash forecasts, maintaining bank relationships, completing reporting requirements, and overseeing international payments and processes.

Audit Coordination:

· Co-ordinate year-end audit with the company's external auditor as required.

Fixed Assets Management:

· Effectively manage the reporting and maintenance of company fixed assets.

Tax Compliance:

· Prepare or review reporting and analysis to meet tax (ATO) compliance, including BAS, PAYG, FBT, work cover, and payroll tax returns.

Accounts Payable and General Ledger:

· Support accurate and timely processing of accounts payable and general ledger.

· Reconcile the general ledger.

Month-End Processes:

· Maintain month-end checklist.

· Coordinate month-end closure, AP, AR, and balance sheet reconciliations.

· Reconcile company accounts.

· Investigate and resolve any anomalies during the month-end process.

Management Collaboration:

· Work collaboratively with the CEO and CFO to drive initiatives, improve processes, and achieve company goals and objectives.

Inventory Control:

· Control and reconcile financial to physical inventory.

Regulatory Compliance:

· Manage the financial accounting requirements and regulatory reporting to external bodies (ATO, ASIC, IRD) to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements for both Australia and New Zealand.

Insurance Management:

· Maintenance and review of insurances to ensure coverage is appropriate on an annual basis or as required for larger projects.

· Advise the insurer of any pending or potential claims in a timely manner.

Who are we looking for?

· CA ANZ Qualification required.

· Accounting experience in an inventory-based environment.

· Excellent communication and written skills.

· 5+ years post CA-Qualified experience.

· High-attention to detail and accuracy.