XTN-14C5929 | FINANCE MANAGER

The Finance Manager will be responsible for specialized areas within the finance function, including establishing and maintaining monthly management accounts of Profit & Loss (P&L), balance sheet reconciliations, and monthly cashflow reviews and management.  The role also involves management of the finance operations with specific attention to standard bookkeeping for smaller entities, overseeing accounts payable, internal controls. Other financial reporting and finance operations items as needed.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Opportunities for international travel for specific events.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunity to work for an internationally acknowledged Christian Church.

Financial Systems and Processes:

• Implement new identified financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Oversee the completion of the implementation of Xero as the new accounting system with related software updates.
• Ensure approval flows and system controls function effectively as per required policies and procedures.

Financial Operations and Compliance:

• Oversee financial operations, ensuring compliance with company policies and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and regulations for recording purposes and disclosure.
• Ensure month end close deadline are reached and deadlines 

Management Accounts and Bookkeeping:

• Manage trial balance recording up to TB level
• Maintain monthly management accounts of P&L, balance sheet reconciliations, and cashflow reviews. This will also include commentary around significant movements and changes
• Perform standard bookkeeping tasks for entities with limited transactions.

Accounts Payable Management:

• Review and oversee the work of accounts payable staff members, ensuring compliance with monthly reconciliations and supplier payment terms.
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of invoices and payments.
• Monitor and manage the accounts payable ledger.
• Resolve discrepancies related to accounts payable.
• Implement policies to improve accounts payable efficiency with focus on cash management.

Financial Reporting and Collaboration:

• Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with other departments for accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with annual budgets and quarterly forecasts.

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the accounting or finance department.
• Experience as an external auditor or trainee would be beneficial.
• Experiences as a people leader, team leader or department leader.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting and/or Finance as a minimum
• CPA or CA professional certification preferred.
• Experience in internal and/or external audit function.
• Knowledge and working experience of cost accounting and modeling.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and practices. Including IFRS and AASB.
• Proficiency in accounting software, particularly Xero and related plugins.
• Experience with monthly regulatory reporting of taxes for Australia.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with team leader experience.