<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>We're proud to be partnering with a <strong>market-leading Australian retail group</strong> with a strong national presence and across instantly recognisable brands. This is an exciting opportunity for a <strong>Commercial Finance Manager</strong> to step into a high-impact role supporting executive decision-making and shaping the financial strategy of a growing retail business.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Reporting directly to the GM Finance, this position will lead a small team (2 direct reports) and play a pivotal role in delivering commercial insights that drive business performance. Acting as a true strategic partner, you will work closely with senior leaders across the Group, including Managing Directors and the Group CEO, to influence decisions that maximise profitability, improve margins, and drive sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Leading the commercial finance function and managing a high-performing team.</li><li>Business partnering with senior stakeholders across Retail, Supply Chain, IT, and Store Development.</li><li>Delivering financial analysis, insights, and reporting to inform strategic and operational decisions.</li><li>Driving budgeting, forecasting, and capital expenditure planning.</li><li>Identifying opportunities for margin improvement and cost optimisation.</li><li>Supporting the Group's finance strategy and contributing to long-term planning.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About You</span></strong></p><p>This role will suit a commercially minded finance professional with strong retail sector experience and a track record of engaging and influencing senior stakeholders. It's an excellent step-up opportunity for a Senior Commercial Finance Business Partner or Finance Manager ready to broaden their leadership scope.</p><ul><li>CA/CPA qualification with a tertiary degree in Accounting, Commerce or related field.</li><li>Proven commercial finance experience within a <strong>retail or consumer environment</strong>.</li><li>Strong leadership capability with experience managing or mentoring teams.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.</li><li>Advanced financial modelling and analytical ability.</li><li>A strategic mindset with the ability to "see the big picture" while remaining detail-oriented.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why Join?</span></strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a leading retail brand with a national footprint and strong growth ambitions.</li><li>Work in a collaborative and values-driven culture where finance is a trusted strategic partner.</li><li>Lead and mentor a capable team while partnering directly with executives.</li><li>Inner suburbs location - easily accessible to Melbourne CBD.</li></ul><p>If you're looking to make the step into a leadership role where your insights directly shape the performance of a well-known retail group, this is the opportunity for you.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p><strong><em>Reference Number: </em>06810-0013300111LH</strong></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong>This is a hybrid position.</strong></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/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjE0NzE2LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Join a pioneering fintech that is redefining the future of business payments.</p><p>This is not your typical finance role. Our client is a rapidly growing payments platform empowering Australian businesses to alleviate cash flow pressures and enabling them to grow on their own terms. By combining innovative financial structures with smart technology and seamless integrations into accounting platforms like Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks, they're setting new standards for how businesses manage cash flow.</p><p>At the heart of our business is an entrepreneurial founder and CEO with a strong track record of building successful ventures. Backed by leading investors and an ambitious growth strategy, the company is scaling fast, only scratching the surface of what's possible.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p>Our client is seeking a Finance Manager to take full ownership of the finance function. This is a standalone, autonomous role where you'll be trusted to shape strategy, deliver governance, and drive execution in equal measure. Reporting directly to the Founder and CEO, you'll act as a custodian of the business' financial health while embedding finance into the product, operations, and decision-making process.</p><ul><li><strong>Financial Control</strong> - Build and implement frameworks to ensure consistent reporting, governance, and trust across the business.</li><li><strong>Reporting & Analytics</strong> - Define impactful reporting structures and leverage data to provide insights that scale with the business.</li><li><strong>Treasury</strong> - Manage liquidity and funding requirements through robust analysis, supporting strategic capital decisions.</li><li><strong>Leadership</strong> - Shape the finance function from the ground up, mentoring others as the business grows.</li><li><strong>BAU Finance</strong> - Oversee payroll, BAS, audits, accounts payable, and consolidated reporting with a focus on efficiency and accuracy.</li><li><strong>Stakeholder Engagement</strong> - Collaborate cross-functionally with product, technology, and leadership, and present insights to the board and investors.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About you</span></strong></p><p>You're an experienced finance professional who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments. With a strong technical foundation and a curious, data-driven mindset, you're equally comfortable in the detail of financial reporting as you are advising leadership on strategic decisions. Ideally you will be:</p><ul><li>CA/CPA qualified, with a degree in Finance, Commerce, Economics or similar.</li><li>7+ years' finance and accounting experience, ideally within fintech, financial services or a high-growth tech environment.</li><li>Expertise in financial reporting, consolidation, and audits.</li><li>Strong ability to work cross-functionally, particularly with product, engineering, and data.</li><li>Proven capability to define frameworks and communicate them to senior stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why join?</span></strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a high-growth fintech backed by an impressive founder and visionary leadership.</li><li>Enjoy autonomy, ownership, and the opportunity to shape the finance function.</li><li>Work at the intersection of finance, data, and technology, where your insights move quickly into action.</li><li>Contribute to a mission that directly impacts thousands of Australian businesses by transforming how they manage cash flow.</li></ul><p> </p><p>This is a rare opportunity to make your mark in a business with momentum, where finance is at the core of innovation, not sitting in a silo.</p><p>Ready to step into a career-defining role? Apply now and help build the future of business payments.</p><p><br /> Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.</p><p>Learn more about our Melbourne recruitment services: <a href="http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne">http://www.roberthalf.com.au/recruitment-agency-melbourne</a></p><p> </p><p><strong>Job Reference No: </strong>06810-0013299154LH</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/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjQ3MDU3LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Are you ready to combine your passion for sport with your career in finance? We're looking for an ambitious accountant to join a fast-paced, high-profile ALF club with a fantastic team culture.</p><p>This is more than just numbers on a spreadsheet - it's about being part of a team that thrives on resilience, energy and a never-beaten attitude. You'll play a key role in supporting their finance operations across payroll, compliance, reporting and business partnering, while working alongside people united by purpose, drive and community.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><ul><li>Preparing monthly cash flow forecasts, BAS, FBT and other compliance requirements</li><li>Managing payroll processes, including reconciliations and statutory obligations</li><li>Driving the month-end process - balance sheet reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, fixed assets</li><li>Supporting quarterly and annual reporting requirements to governing bodies</li><li>Providing financial guidance to stakeholders across the business, ensuring best practice processes and controls</li><li>Assisting with audits, statutory accounts and ad-hoc finance projects that add real value</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><ul><li>Accounting degree and professional qualification (CA/CPA - completed or in progress)</li><li>3-4 years' experience in a similar role within a dynamic, fast-paced environment or public practice</li><li>Solid Excel and accounting system skills (Dynamics 365 and CRM experience desirable)</li><li>A problem-solver with a proactive, collaborative and organised approach</li><li>Someone who takes ownership, meets deadlines and enjoys helping others succeed</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Why you'll love it there: </span></strong></p><ul><li>Be part of a unique sporting organisation with a proud history and an exciting future.</li><li>Join a values-driven, inclusive workplace where every team member belongs.</li><li>Exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities - no two days are the same</li><li>Opportunities to grow your skills, contribute to strategic projects and make a real impact</li><li>If you're looking to step into an exciting role where your work directly supports the success of a professional sporting club, we'd love to hear from you.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1G3w00000IntrF"><em>06810-0013124146</em></a><em>LH</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong>This is a hybrid position.</strong></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/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5Ljg3MzU0LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p>Robert Half are proud to be working with a growing organisation based in Footscray.</p><p>We are seeking a hands-on Interim Financial Manager to bring structure, discipline, and leadership to a complex group accounting environment. The role requires someone with strong experience in system transitions (MYOB to Xero) and a proven ability to build robust month-end processes from the ground up.</p><p>This will initially be a short term contract but with potential of turning in to a permanent opportunity.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The role:</span></strong></p><ul><li>Finalise FY25 across all entities (year-end already passed)</li><li>Transition the group from MYOB to Xero, ensuring all accounts are reconciled and reports are reliable</li><li>Develop and implement month-end processes, introducing accruals, prepayments, and structured checklists</li><li>Support and mentor an internal Accountant and liaise with the HR Manager on payroll oversight (payroll processing handled offshore)</li><li>Maintain BAU accounts</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Profile: </span></strong></p><p>You'll be someone who thrives in challenging, fast-moving environments and enjoys turning chaos into order. You have:</p><ul><li>Proven experience implementing or transitioning accounting systems (MYOB or Xero essential)</li><li>Strong technical accounting knowledge, especially around accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations</li><li>Experience managing multiple entities</li></ul><p> </p><p>This role will start immediately, so please only apply if you are immediately available and can start w/c 13<sup>th</sup> of October.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p>Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button.</p><p>Reference Number: 06810-0013315504</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/ZmVyZ3VzLm1hbm5lcnMuMDU1MzMuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
