<h3 id="business-services-finance-lead"> </h3><p><strong>Finance Lead role</strong> </p><h4 id="the-company"><strong>The Company</strong></h4><p>Join a market-leading organisation based in Perth that prides itself on innovation, teamwork, and delivering exceptional value to its stakeholders. With a strong reputation for excellence and an environment that fosters growth and collaboration, this is your chance to be part of a company where your skills will make a meaningful impact.</p><h4 id="the-role"><strong>The Role</strong></h4><p>As the <strong>Finance Lead</strong>, you'll play a pivotal role in the company's financial operations. Working alongside the Financial Controller you will lead a team of accountants to ensure seamless daily accounting processes and accurate financial information. Key responsibilities include:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Accounting Operations &amp; Compliance</strong>:</p><ul><li>Oversee journal entries and financial transactions to ensure accuracy and compliance with standards.</li><li>Manage critical accounting processes, including revenue recognition, prepayments, accruals, provisions, and asset management.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Period-End Closing &amp; Reporting</strong>:</p><ul><li>Lead month-end activities such as reconciliations, adjustments, and ledger reviews.</li><li>Prepare accurate financial statements (P&amp;L, Balance Sheet, Cashflow) and support compliance with reporting standards.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Intercompany Accounting</strong>:</p><ul><li>Facilitate intercompany reconciliation and resolve discrepancies efficiently across multiple stakeholders.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Financial Reporting Support</strong>:</p><ul><li>Assist in generating internal financial reports and audit documentation, working closely with various teams for decision-making insights.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Process Improvement</strong>:</p><ul><li>Drive initiatives to streamline accounting systems, improve reporting accuracy, and ensure the quality of finance master data.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Cash Flow Management</strong>:</p><ul><li>Supervise cash flow forecasting processes and recommend improvements for enhanced accuracy.</li></ul></li></ul><p>This is a highly visible and impactful opportunity where you'll support critical business decisions and shape financial practices for long-term success.</p><h4 id="about-you"><strong>About You</strong></h4><p>We're seeking a leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about ensuring financial excellence. To be successful in this role, you should bring:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong>:</p><ul><li>Extensive experience in financial reporting, accounting standards, and systems/process enhancement.</li><li>Proficiency in period-close procedures, revenue recognition, and intercompany accounting.</li><li>A proven record of collaborating with diverse teams and delivering results in complex environments.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Qualifications</strong>:</p><ul><li>CA, CPA, or equivalent financial/accounting designation.</li><li>Hands-on experience with financial software (e.g., D365) and advanced Excel skills.</li></ul></li><li><p><strong>Personal Attributes</strong>:</p><ul><li>Strong communication, collaboration, and negotiation skills.</li><li>A focus on improving processes without losing sight of stakeholder needs.</li><li>Adaptability during periods of change, coupled with a service-focused mindset.</li></ul></li></ul><p>If you're a forward-thinking finance professional eager to contribute to a high-performing, collaborative team, we want to hear from you!</p><hr /><p>Seize the opportunity to lead within this thriving Perth organisation. Apply now to take your career to the next level!</p><p><em>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/cmljaGFyZC5zaW5kZW4uOTM3OTAuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">