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Job description
Our client is an established and growing builder with offices based in South Melbourne.
Due to continued growth, the business has now decided to in-source their Finance responsibilities, and as such are now hiring someone to manage internally the business's Finances. This is a standalone role that will also have support from an external CFO.
The purpose of this role will include improving financial control, accountability, and efficiency through robust systems, policies, and processes; aligning with the strategy set by the Commercial Director.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to) the following:
Financial Management & Reporting
The Person
The ideal candidate will join bringing to the table the following skills and prior experience:
To register your interest in this position, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your resume. Any additional correspondence can be directed to Katie Mitchell at Fetch Recruitment via email to katie.mitchell@fetchrecruit.com.au or via LinkedIn. All applications will be treated with strictest of confidence.
| Job title: | Finance Manager / Financial Controller |
| Contract type: | Permanent |
| Location: | Melbourne, South Melbourne |
| Industry: | Permanent Recruitment, Corporate Services |
| Salary | $160000 per annum |
| Reference: | BH-15137 |
| Contact name: | Katie Mitchell |
| Contact email: | katie.mitchell@fetchrecruit.com.au |
Due to continued growth, the business has now decided to in-source their Finance responsibilities, and as such are now hiring someone to manage internally the business's Finances. This is a standalone role that will also have support from an external CFO.
The purpose of this role will include improving financial control, accountability, and efficiency through robust systems, policies, and processes; aligning with the strategy set by the Commercial Director.
The Role
Key responsibilities will include (but not limited to) the following:
Financial Management & Reporting
- Prepare and oversee financial statements (monthly, quarterly, annual).
- Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and compliance.
- Manage cash flow, forecasting, and liquidity.
- Oversee Accounts Receivables, Accounts Payables, payroll, and banking functions.
- Maintain internal controls, fixed asset registers, and ad-hoc reporting for stakeholders.
- Lead the budgeting process for company revenue, costs, and overheads.
- Conduct financial forecasts, variance analyses, and P&L analysis.
- Support project teams with financial forecasting.
- Track project costs, revenues, and profitability.
- Ensure accurate job costing and monitor project budgets.
- Manage work-in-progress calculations and provide financial insights to project teams.
- Ensure compliance with SOPA, tax regulations, and reporting standards.
- Manage audits, insurance, loans, and trade finance facilities.
- Handle supplier and subcontractor credit terms and trading conditions.
- Implement and optimise financial systems (e.g., Procore, Power BI).
- Enhance process automation and maintain accurate project cost data.
The Person
The ideal candidate will join bringing to the table the following skills and prior experience:
- Prior experience as a Senior Accountant / Finance Manager; ambitious and seeking next step in career.
- Construction industry experience is essential ideally from small-to-medium sized businesses
- Dynamic, energetic, and optimistic personality who can promote a positive impact on team and company culture.
- CPA qualification is essential
To register your interest in this position, please apply directly to this advertisement with an up-to-date copy of your resume. Any additional correspondence can be directed to Katie Mitchell at Fetch Recruitment via email to katie.mitchell@fetchrecruit.com.au or via LinkedIn. All applications will be treated with strictest of confidence.