We are looking for a hands-on Finance & Administration Manager to take ownership of the complete finance and administrative operations for a growing business serving Australian clients. This role is suited for a finance professional with strong accounting fundamentals, practical experience with Australian accounting and compliance, and the ability to independently manage end-to-end financial operations.
The ideal candidate will be comfortable working as an individual contributor initially, with the opportunity to build and lead a small finance team as the organisation grows.
Requirements
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
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Manage complete books of accounts for Australian entities using Xero.
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records and financial documentation.
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Prepare and support filing of quarterly GST and BAS returns in accordance with Australian requirements.
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Perform regular bank, credit card, and general ledger reconciliations.
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Manage month-end closing activities and prepare MIS and management reports.
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Manage accounts receivable, including invoice preparation, tracking, ageing, and collection follow-ups.
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Manage accounts payable, including bill processing, vendor payments, and ageing analysis.
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Process payroll accurately and within required timelines.
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Support budgeting, forecasting, cash-flow planning, and other financial planning activities.
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Provide finance-related insights and reports to senior leadership.
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Communicate directly with Australian clients and stakeholders through email and calls.
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Handle day-to-day finance and office administration activities.
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Maintain appropriate financial controls, documentation, and accounting processes.
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Identify opportunities to improve finance processes, reporting, and operational efficiency.
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Support the development of finance systems and processes as the organisation grows.
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Mentor and guide junior finance team members when additional resources are introduced.
What Makes You a Great Fit
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3+ years of relevant experience in accounting, finance, bookkeeping, or financial operations, with strong hands-on experience.
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Experience working with Australian accounting, bookkeeping, or outsourcing environments is strongly preferred.
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Experience with UK or US accounting/outsourcing environments will also be considered.
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Strong hands-on knowledge of Xero accounting software.