Head of Finance | Growing SME

Job title : Head of Finance | Growing SME
Location : Melbourne
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Contact name : Brendan Close
Contact email : bclose@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : 1354317
Organisational Profile | Inner Northern Suburbs
Sharp & Carter is partnering with a growing consulting SME that specialises in improving energy efficiency in both the commercial and residential sectors. Reporting to the organisation's CEO, this role will involve leading a team of three.

The Role | Reporting to the CEO
  • Supporting divisional General Managers with strategic planning and business cases.
  • Effective business partnering / coaching to ensure business financial KPIs are met.
  • Cash flow management.
  • Manage the workload and outputs of the finance team to ensure financial processes and records are maintained and delivered in an accurate and timely manner including.
  • Risk management activities; assist in identifying risks, implementing and managing controls.
  • Quality and timeliness of month end processing, including posting of journals.
  • Preparation and lodgement of tax returns, BAS, FBT, payroll, annual financial statements and liaising with auditors.
  • Analysis of key financial drivers to understand potential efficiencies and gains.
  • Pricing recommendations on products, fees and charges based on competitor analysis and target margins.
  • Educate middle managers about the financial drivers for the business and how they can contribute to revenue or margin uplift.
  • Manage the annual budget preparation, collaborating with divisional General Managers.
  • Quarterly forecasting.
  • Forecast cash flow positions, any related borrowing needs, and available funds for investment.
  • Complete position description available.
Candidate Profile
  • CPA/CA qualified
  • A minimum of 10 years experience, preferably in multiple small-medium sized organisations
  • Excellent communication skills with the capability to manage stakeholder expectations
  • Ability to prioritise and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
  • Strong analytical skills with the initiative to resolve issues and communicate opportunities as they are identified
How to Apply

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link. Alternatively, to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact Brendan Close via bclose@sharpandcarter.com.au.

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