<p><strong>Why You Should Apply:<br /></strong></p><p>You'll step into a newly created Finance Manager role, working closely with an experienced CFO who genuinely backs their team. You'll have real autonomy, exposure to senior leadership and private equity, and the opportunity to shape how a growing, multi-entity business runs its finance function, not just maintain what's already there.</p><p>You'll develop on your management skills and you'll grow your career in a PE backed environment that comes with further opportunities across an impressive portfolio.</p><p>Add to that 2 days WFH, a mature approach to flexibility (the CFO is very vocal about the need for work/life balance) this becomes a very compelling next step in your career.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do:</strong></p><p>Following a period of growth through acquisition, the business is now at the point where finance needs to go to the next level.<br />That means alignment of systems, reporting that supports decision-making, clear processes and controls, and a finance team working as one.</p><p>This role has been created to support that journey. You'll work side by side with the CFO, COO and private equity stakeholders to strengthen the finance function, while supporting ongoing growth.<br /><br /> This is a hands-on, end-to-end Finance Manager role with real influence:</p><ul><li>Owning month end across multiple entities</li><li>Leading management reporting, budgeting and forecasting</li><li>Managing cashflow forecasting (short-term and 12-month views)</li><li>Strengthening controls, policies and procedures</li><li>Ensuring compliance across AASB, tax, payroll tax, BAS/IAS, WorkCover and multi-state requirements</li><li>Overseeing AP, AR, billing, collections and payroll</li><li>Partnering with operational teams to improve billing accuracy, utilisation and revenue forecasting</li><li>Driving systems and process improvement (including automation)</li><li>Working with a third-party accounting firm on optimisation initiatives</li><li>Supporting acquisition integration, new sites and future growth</li><li>Leading, mentoring and developing a small but important finance team</li><li>Preparing board reporting, executive packs and financial insights for senior leadership and PE owners</li></ul><p><strong>Who You Are:</strong></p><p>You're a strong Senior Accountant ready to step into a Finance Manager role, or you're an existing Finance Manager from an SME environment, and it is essential that you're comfortable operating in a PE-backed environment.<br />You're confident with multi-entity accounting and month end and you have a solid understanding of payroll tax.<br />You enjoy systems, process improvement and making things work better. You're a people-focused leader and it is essential that you're a clear, confident communicator.<br /> <br /><strong>Apply Today<br /></strong></p><p>Submit your CV directly via email to Stewart Selwood on [email protected] or by pressing the Apply button.</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/c3Rld2FydC5zZWx3b29kLjM3MTk4LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Your Opportunity</strong></p><p>This is a newly created Bookkeeper role within a well-established, privately owned construction group that has continued to grow and expand its operations. As the business has scaled, finance has historically been outsourced, however, due to ongoing growth, the group is now bringing bookkeeping in-house to gain greater visibility, control and day-to-day support.</p><p>This creates a genuine opportunity to step into a role with end-to-end ownership across multiple entities, rather than a narrow, transactional remit. You will have clear visibility across the business and play a hands-on role in supporting cashflow management, job costing and operational decision-making.</p><p>You will work closely with the Directors and a long-standing external accountant (who continues to manage year-end and tax), positioning you as a trusted internal partner as the business continues to evolve.</p><p>This is an office-based role with flexibility around start and finish times, parking onsite, and it is suited to someone who values autonomy, accountability and being part of a supportive, people-focused culture.</p><p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p><p>You will own the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial operations across multiple construction entities, ensuring accurate records, strong job costing and clear cashflow visibility.</p><p>Your responsibilities will include end-to-end bookkeeping using Xero, job costing across labour, materials, subcontractors and overheads, and cashflow forecasting at both project and group level.</p><p>You will manage weekly payroll for approximately 50 staff, including STP and superannuation, prepare GST and BAS for review by the external accountant, manage subcontractor payments and compliance, complete bank reconciliations and maintain clean, accurate ledgers.</p><p>You will also play a key role in improving reporting, processes and financial controls as the role becomes established.</p><p><strong>Who You Are</strong></p><p>You are an experienced Bookkeeper/Finance Officer who enjoys ownership, accountability and working closely with business owners in a practical, fast-paced environment.</p><p>You are comfortable working autonomously, understand the commercial realities of project-based work, and take pride in maintaining accurate, well-structured financial records.</p><p>Proven experience in a building, construction or project-based finance environment is essential for this role.</p><p>To be successful, you will bring:</p><ul><li>Strong job costing and cashflow management capability</li><li>Experience managing payroll, GST, BAS and subcontractor compliance</li><li>Confidence working closely with Directors and non-finance stakeholders</li><li>A hands-on, detail-oriented and reliable approach to your work</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p>Submit your CV directly via email to Dan Laker on <strong>[email protected]</strong> or by pressing the <strong>Apply</strong> button.</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/ZGFuLmxha2VyLjA0OTQwLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>Your Opportunity</strong></p><p>You will be joining a well-established organisation that champions employee wellbeing by providing employee assistant programmes and discounts on health insurance. You will get 2 days WFH, flexible start and finish times as well as free parking close by.</p><p>You will play a key role in the full end to end management of Accounts Payable process. You will be working alongside a tenured finance team of 12 who are collaborative and want to share knowledge and experience.</p><p>This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with both internal teams and external clients.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Processing high-volume supplier invoices across one or multiple entities with a high level of accuracy</li><li>Performing three-way matching of purchase orders, invoices, and goods received notes</li><li>Reviewing invoices for correct coding, approvals and compliance with company policies</li><li>Investigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and supplier queries in a timely manner</li><li>Preparing and processing weekly, fortnightly, and ad-hoc payment runs</li><li>Reconciling supplier statements and accounts payable control accounts</li><li>Processing credit notes, refunds, staff expense claims, and corporate credit card transactions</li><li>Assisting with bank, clearing account, and credit card reconciliations</li><li>Maintaining accurate and up-to-date supplier master data</li><li>Liaising with internal stakeholders, procurement, and suppliers to resolve issues efficiently</li><li>Supporting month-end close activities, including accruals and prepayments</li><li>Preparing reports and supporting audit requirements as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p><ul><li>Minimum of 2 years of accounts payable experience</li><li>Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy</li><li>Ability to manage high volumes and work to deadlines</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li><li>Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel</li></ul><p><strong>Apply Today</strong></p><p>Submit your CV directly via email to <strong>Wade Randle</strong> at <em>[email protected]</em>, or by pressing the <strong>Apply</strong> button</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/d2FkZS5yYW5kbGUuMjg0MzIuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
