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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270

Job description

Finance Manager | Dynamic start up | Circa $150K package (including super)

Job title : Finance Manager & ControllerLocation : Melbourne

  • High growth, dynamic environment | Lead & shape finance function
  • Family office embedded within an elite investment environment 
  • Hybrid | Bayside | Circa $150,000 package (including super)

The Opportunity
This Family Office focuses on property development, financial instruments, and launching new ventures. With a strong presence in Australia, the business is expanding its in-house financial capabilities to support its growing portfolio. They seek a Finance Manager to establish and enhance financial operations for an exciting new venture. This hands-on role involves compliance, reporting, and collaboration with external accountants and internal teams. It suits a commercially minded Finance Manager or Senior Accountant who thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys building financial structures, and is comfortable working with senior stakeholders. 

The Challenge
Reporting to a financially astute CEO and the Principal, your role will include the following key responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement financial policies, procedures, and internal controls for efficiency and compliance.
  • Establish financial reporting frameworks for internal and external use.
  • Create and manage budgets, forecasts, cash flow, and liquidity
  • Oversee tax compliance and advisory for relevant entities, ensuring accurate and timely preparation of income tax, BAS, IAS, FBT, PAYG, GST, and payroll tax returns.
  • Review and reconcile related party loans, ensuring proper documentation and proactive tax management.
  • Ensure timely tax filings and compliance with payroll management.
  • Lead corporate secretarial management across the group.
  • Liaise with regulatory bodies, external tax agents, lawyers, and investee companies to ensure compliance.
  • Manage risk and ensure compliance with industry standards.

The Expertise
Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

  • Over 4 years of relevant senior experience, ideally gained within a well-regarded professional services firm.
  • Preferred experience within a first or second-tier accounting firm, primarily in business services or private clients.
  • CA qualification.
  • Strong team player with a hands-on approach and willingness to contribute across all aspects of the role.
  • Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

The Next Step

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Susan Fouche for a confidential discussion or 0428 915 103.  
Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

About ThompsonCook
  
ThompsonCook fosters strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We recruit for key finance function roles, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and Chief Financial Officers, as well as positions in Treasury, Tax, and Audit. We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions.

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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270