Assistant Head of Finance

• Central CBD Location
• Values-driven organisation
• Broad and impactful role within a supportive leadership environment

Assistant Manager - Finance

A well-established organisation is seeking an experienced finance professional to join the team as Assistant Manager - Finance.

This role would suit a Senior Accountant or similar finance professional looking to step into a broader position with leadership responsibilities, while remaining hands-on across core finance activities.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Assistant Manager - Finance will support the day-to-day running of the finance function and assist in ensuring accurate reporting, compliance, and smooth financial operations across the organisation.

This is a varied role with a mix of technical accounting, operational finance, and team support responsibilities.

• Support the day-to-day operations of the finance function
• Assist in coordinating the work of the Finance Team, including workflow support and day-to-day guidance
• Oversee core finance processes including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, reconciliations, fixed assets, and related administration
• Prepare monthly financial reports and assist with month-end processes
• Monitor budgets and assist with variance analysis
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
• Assist with audit preparation, including working papers and auditor queries
• Help ensure compliance with payroll, superannuation, GST, FBT, and other statutory obligations
• Maintain and improve finance procedures, controls, and systems
• Provide financial support and information to internal stakeholders
• Work closely with the CFO on reporting, compliance, and operational matters

You will ideally bring:

• Experience in a Senior Accountant or similar finance role
• Strong technical accounting skills, including reporting, reconciliations, and month-end processes
• Exposure to budgeting, forecasting, and compliance requirements
• A solid understanding of payroll, GST, BAS, and related finance processes
• The confidence to support or supervise staff, or a genuine interest in stepping into this area
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage deadlines
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with stakeholders across the business
• Relevant accounting or finance qualifications, with CPA, CA.

• A genuine opportunity to step into a broader finance leadership role
• Support from an experienced CFO
• A stable and collaborative working environment
• A varied role with both hands-on and supervisory responsibilities
• The chance to contribute to improvements across finance operations

If you are looking to take the next step in your finance career and build on your technical accounting experience in a broader role, we would welcome your application.

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