Finance Manager, Woolcock Group. Adelaide SA. Financial Managers & Controllers (Accounting). Full time.

ABOUT US: We are a highly respected, family-owned South Australian group of companies with a portfolio that includes commercial property management and development, an award-winning commercial builder, and a leading wine storage and logistics enterprise. We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join our organization in a key leadership position.

THE POSITION: Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Manager will oversee and manage the company’s financial operations, focusing on management accounting tasks, cost control, and value-added analysis. Your demonstrated business leadership experience includes reporting to the executive level and is underpinned by strong strategic and commercial skills and the capability to drive growth initiatives and business performance. These skills will enable you to deliver quality projects using industry-leading and best-practice methodology.

Your leadership style will embody the philosophy and values of this strong, family-orientated organization, modelling the behaviors we want from our staff. You will have proven experience developing high-performing teams by being an influential leader and using planning and goal-setting techniques. You will support the operational leaders in building capability through coaching, mentoring, and the development of financial understanding.

Specific role responsibilities include: Completing the month-end process and preparing monthly management reports. Preparing monthly Board of Management information packs and communicating key financial information. Managing company cash flow to ensure business continuity. Tracking and reviewing project cost and identifying significant variances to project targets. Analyzing financial results, identifying and problem-solving issues. Monitoring departmental and company budgets and costs. Preparing annual company and departmental budgets.

Working with the CEO & Leadership team to understand variances and identify cost savings opportunities. Conducting financial analysis and modelling to support decision-making. Providing commentary and insights on financial performance. Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements. Managing company insurances.

Working in the ATO Business Portal and with the external Accountant to prepare company accounts, employee share management, BAS, and annual tax returns. Overseeing a team that undertakes accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly reconciliations.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: You will be a self-motivated, capable, and proactive professional with high-level communication skills. With demonstrated management credentials, ideally in a construction, property management, or commercial environment, you will also possess the drive, energy, and initiative required in such a role, with a focus on providing timely, high-quality, and trusted advice and support.

The ideal candidate must have the following: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a senior finance role with a focus on management accounting. Strong leadership skills. Solid experience and knowledge in the MYOB Advanced system and management of financial information. Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management. Knowledge of relevant ATO rules and regulations. Knowledge of regular financial reporting requirements and management accounting. Understanding of basic payroll-related laws with respect to processing wages, leave, TOIL, super, and tax. Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint. Ability to work under pressure, manage workload, and delegate. Excellent planning and organizational skills. High attention to detail. Ability to multi-task and excellent prioritization skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

Work successfully in both a team environment and autonomously. High level of accountability, integrity and confidentiality. Strong work ethic and a commitment to continual personal development. Appropriate accounting and management experience, as well as a CA/CPA qualification, is essential.

MBA qualifications will be highly regarded as this position has a strong career pathway to senior management levels.

WHAT CAN WE OFFER YOU? Supportive Work Environment: Our team is hard-working, passionate, and friendly, creating a balanced and enjoyable workplace.

Employee Appreciation: We value our employees and are proud of our exceptional ENPS (Employee Net Promoter Score), reflecting our commitment to employee satisfaction.

Work-Life Balance: Enjoy flexible working arrangements with opportunities to work from home.

Professional Development: Benefit from training opportunities designed to help you grow your skills and career.

Additional Benefits: We offer topped-up parental leave, company events and social gatherings, an Employee Assistance Program, and a positive workplace culture with minimal staff turnover.

Recognition and Rewards: Our performance and development system ensures your efforts are recognized and rewarded.

If you would like to apply for this challenging and exciting position, please do so by COB Friday, 18 October 2024. Only candidates with the requested skillset and attributes will be considered. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

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Enquiries can be made to Natalie Bairamis, HR Business Partner, natalieb@woolcockgroup.com.au or ph: 0447713030