Finance Manager

Job title : Finance Manager
Location : Parramatta
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : $140,000 - $150,000 + Super
Contact name : Jeff Harvey
Contact email : jharvey@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1712679
Why Apply?
  • Broad, end-to-end Finance Manager role with strong exposure to leadership
  • Opportunity to be involved in strategic initiatives and acquisitions
  • Team leadership responsibility with scope to influence and improve processes
  • Join a stable, growing organisation with a strong operational footprint
  • High level of visibility and impact across the business

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and driving insights to support business performance. You’ll lead a small team while working closely with senior management on both operational and strategic initiatives.

This role offers strong variety and visibility, making it ideal for someone looking to step into a well-rounded finance leadership position.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the preparation of monthly reporting packs and internal management reports
  • Analyse financial results and investigate key variances
  • Review and manage general ledger activity across the finance team
  • Support half-year and year-end reporting, including statutory requirements
  • Oversee tax workbooks and compliance processes
  • Maintain and enhance internal controls, systems, and financial processes
  • Partner with internal and external auditors, managing deliverables and timelines
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
  • Assist with compliance reporting (including regulatory and corporate requirements)
  • Contribute to M&A activity, including due diligence and post-acquisition integration
  • Support business decision-making through financial modelling, business cases, and contract analysis
About You
  • CA / CPA qualified with a relevant tertiary accounting degree
  • Background in Big 4 / mid-tier or strong chartered experience, ideally with audit exposure
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge, including IFRS / AASB standards
  • Experience in group reporting, financial control, or similar environments
  • Advanced Excel skills with strong analytical capability
  • Systems experience (e.g. D365, Workday Adaptive) advantageous but not essential
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels
  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to manage competing priorities
Please apply or reach out to Jeff Harvey on jharvey@sharpandcarter.com.au