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

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Job description

Senior Finance Manager (Projects) | 6-month contract | $180,000 – $200,000 range

Job title : Financial Accounting & Reporting Location : Melbourne

  • Large multi-national | Broad and varied role
  • Process improvement focus | Suits Audit background
  • South-east location | Hybrid working

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join a high-performing, large multinational business. Sitting within the Group Financial Control team, this role will focus on delivering key finance transformation and process improvement projects.

The business operates across multiple sites and divisions throughout APAC, generating revenues in excess of $1.5bn. Following a period of sustained organic growth, acquisitions and change management, there is a need to uplift and standardise accounting processes to support their next phase of business.

Working closely with the Group Financial Controller and external auditors, you will play a key role in strengthening the control environment, improving reporting accuracy and driving best practice across the finance function.

This role will commence as a 6-month contract through to mid April 2027, with the potential to transition to a permanent position. Ideally you can commence within the next two weeks.

The Challenge


Examples of key responsibilities will include:

  • Partnering with the Financial Controller and wider Finance leadership team to deliver finance transformation and process improvement initiatives
  • Supporting the adoption and implementation of new accounting standards and updates
  • Ensuring compliance with accounting policies under IFRS and GAAP
  • Supporting the coordination and planning of the external audit process, ensuring timely and high-quality deliverables
  • Enhancing the control environment to strengthen financial reporting processes and mitigate risk
  • Providing technical accounting support across areas such as revenue recognition, leases and inventory
  • Identifying opportunities to automate and streamline financial control processes, driving efficiency and best practice

The Expertise

  • CA or CPA qualified, ideally with Audit background
  • Possibly you are a Senior Manager from Big4
  • Experience within a large, complex multinational environment
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge under IFRS
  • A proactive, hands-on approach with the ability to operate in a changing environment
  • A continuous improvement mindset, with a focus on delivering outcomes

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 Sophie Wood for a confidential discussion on 0491 237 829
Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

About ThompsonCook
  
At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:

  • Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders
  • Finance Managers & Financial Controller
  • Financial & Management Accountants
  • Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll

We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.
 
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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