Job Description & Role Information
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Role Outline:
The Finance Manager typically oversees the financial and management reporting of the business and works closely with the CFO/Financial Controller or Business Owner.
Typical job duties and responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Finance Manager are wide ranging and may include, but are not limited to:
Overseeing and managing all aspects of the finance department
Oversight of the month end process including ensuring the completion of the General Ledger and Balance Sheet reconciliations and production of the P&L statements
Completion of the commentary around variance to budget
Cashflow forecasting
Preparing the annual statutory accounts
Submitting taxation returns such as BAS, FBT, GST and liaison with external tax specialists
Liaising with external auditors and banks
Managing the company’s financial systems
Providing commentary and analysis around the company’s performance to the management team
Providing financial advice to managers regarding initiatives to improve the company’s financial performance
Management of qualified accountants and junior team members
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES:
The more common skills and attributes required to be successful in this role include:
Minimum 8 years accounting experience
Staff management experience
Strong financial reporting and tax experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Confident dealing with senior stakeholders
Ability to solve complex issues
Able to work under pressure
Strong attention to detail
Experience using budgeting, forecasting and reporting tools
Advanced computer software skills, including Excel and other accounting packages
Professional accounting qualification such as CA or CPA
Salary Guide:
$130-155k + Super
Progression:
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