<p><strong>Candidate Manager - Legal, Risk & Compliance<br /><br /></strong>Part-time (0.6 FTE, three days a week) | Melbourne CBD | Robert Half<br /><br /><em>Recruitment you can build your week around</em></p><p>Are you an experienced recruiter who likes the candidate side of the job most? Do you enjoy finding great people and understanding what motivates them? Would you like to do that work part-time, without putting your career on hold?</p><p>Our Legal, Risk & Compliance practice in Melbourne keeps growing, so we're adding a part-time Inside Recruiter. You'll work closely with the Senior Practice Director, and the wider team. This role suits someone coming back to work, someone looking for better balance, or someone who wants to focus on sourcing and candidate delivery.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><p>You'll find, attract and engage high-quality candidates for the practice. You'll also make sure every candidate has an excellent experience with us. Most of your time will go on sourcing and screening, and you'll also have some client contact as part of delivery.</p><p><em>Talent sourcing and market intelligence</em></p><ul><li>Find and engage candidates through referrals, networking, advertising and headhunting</li><li>Build and maintain talent pipelines for current and future hiring needs</li><li>Keep up with market trends and talent movements across Legal, Risk & Compliance</li></ul><p><em>Candidate assessment and management</em></p><ul><li>Screen, interview and reference-check candidates to find the best match for each client</li><li>Get a real understanding of each candidate's skills, motivations and career goals</li><li>Give candidates a positive, professional and consultative experience from start to finish</li></ul><p><em>Recruitment and placement support</em></p><ul><li>Work with the Senior Practice Director and the wider team to make successful placements</li><li>Present suitable candidates with accurate, timely information</li><li>Debrief candidates after interviews and give constructive feedback</li><li>Support offer management and keep candidates updated throughout the process</li></ul><p><em>Collaboration and continuous improvement</em></p><ul><li>Share market intelligence, candidates and opportunities with colleagues</li><li>Help the practice grow and hit its revenue goals through placement activity</li><li>Look for ways to improve our recruitment processes and candidate outcomes</li></ul><p><em>Systems and compliance</em></p><ul><li>Keep candidate records and activity tracking in Salesforce accurate and up to date</li><li>Handle all data accurately and with integrity</li></ul><p><em>About you</em></p><ul><li>A few years' experience in agency recruitment or in-house talent acquisition</li><li>Confident sourcing and screening candidates, with some exposure to client delivery</li><li>A consultative, people-first approach and strong communication skills</li><li>Well organised, detail-focused and comfortable working to activity targets and KPIs</li><li>A team player who enjoys sharing ideas and celebrating shared wins</li><li>Experience in Legal, Risk & Compliance recruitment is a bonus but not essential</li></ul><p><em>Why Robert Half?</em></p><p>You'll get the backing of a global brand along with the energy of a close-knit, high-performing local team. On offer:</p><ul><li>Part-time flexibility: a three-day week, plus hybrid working</li><li>Training and development: industry-leading training and clear career progression</li><li>Modern tools: investment in AI and recruitment technology so you spend more time with people</li><li>Recognition: national and international recognition programmes</li><li>Wellbeing and belonging: wellbeing initiatives and inclusive employee networks</li><li>A great CBD office: our Rialto office at 525 Collins Street</li></ul><p><em>Ready to apply?<br /><br /></em>If you'd like a recruitment role that fits your life, we'd like to hear from you. Apply now, or contact us for a confidential conversation.<br /><br /><em>Robert Half is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.</em></p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/YS5taW50ZXIuMjI4MTEuMTA2NzVAcm9iZXJ0aGFsZmludGwuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Are you a hands-on finance professional looking to take ownership of the finance function within a purpose-driven, growing organisation?</p><p>We're partnering with a national, industry-led not-for-profit organisation focused on strengthening Australia's workforce through education, skills development and workforce planning across the health, aged care, disability, early childhood education, human services, sport and recreation sectors.</p><p>Working closely with government and industry, the organisation plays an important role in identifying workforce needs, improving training pathways and supporting the development of a skilled workforce for the future.</p><p>With a small, collaborative team and a national footprint, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded Finance Manager who enjoys being hands-on, working across the full spectrum of finance and partnering closely with senior leadership.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Role</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to the Director of Corporate Services, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the finance function, balancing hands-on financial management with budgeting, reporting, compliance and strategic financial support.</p><p>As part of a lean organisation, this is a genuine end-to-end role where you will work closely with an external accounting firm to deliver accurate and timely financial reporting, manage compliance requirements and support the organisation's financial operations. You will also partner with the CEO, executive team and project leaders to provide meaningful financial insights, support decision-making and ensure funding is managed effectively.</p><p>You will manage one direct report, an Administration Officer, and play a key role in maintaining strong financial controls, improving processes and supporting the organisation's ongoing development.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Key Responsibilities</span></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Hands-on financial management: Oversee day-to-day finance operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, bank reconciliations, cash flow and expenditure monitoring.</li><li>Financial reporting: Review monthly management accounts, analyse variances and prepare clear, accurate financial information for senior leadership, the Board and funding bodies.</li><li>Budgeting and forecasting: Coordinate annual budgets, reforecasts and financial modelling, working closely with the external accounting firm and internal stakeholders.</li><li>External provider management: Act as the primary contact for the outsourced accounting firm, coordinating financial reporting, payroll, audit requirements and statutory compliance.</li><li>Funding and grants: Monitor grant expenditure, track funding milestones and prepare acquittals and financial reports in line with government funding agreements.</li><li>Governance and compliance: Ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards, taxation obligations, ACNC reporting requirements and relevant funding conditions.</li><li>Process improvement: Identify opportunities to strengthen financial processes, reporting, systems and internal controls.</li><li>Team leadership: Support and develop one direct report while fostering a collaborative and accountable working environment.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>You are a proactive, detail-oriented finance professional who enjoys taking ownership and getting involved in the detail. You are comfortable operating in a small organisation where flexibility, initiative and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.</p><p>You will ideally bring:</p><ul><li>A degree or tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, with CA/CPA qualification or working towards completion.</li><li>At least five years' experience in finance or accounting, including two or more years at a management or senior accountant level.</li><li>Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.</li><li>The ability to manage relationships with external accounting providers, auditors and other stakeholders.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation and financial compliance.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools.</li><li>Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate financial information for non-finance stakeholders.</li><li>A hands-on, solutions-focused approach and the confidence to work autonomously in a small, distributed team.</li></ul><p>Experience within the not-for-profit sector, government-funded programs, grant acquittals or ACNC reporting would be advantageous.</p><p> </p><p><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What's on Offer?</strong></span></p><p> </p><ul><li>The opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to workforce development across essential Australian industries.</li><li>A broad, hands-on Finance Manager role with exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting.</li><li>The opportunity to take ownership of the finance function within a small, collaborative organisation.</li><li>A close working relationship with the Director of Corporate Services and an established external accounting firm.</li><li>Hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility to work from anywhere in Australia and occasional travel as required.</li></ul><p style="display: inline !important;">If you're looking for a varied Finance Manager role where you can combine strong technical accounting skills with business partnering and make a genuine impact within a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1GVT000008IM5V"><em>06810-0013520259</em></a><em>LH</em></p><p> </p><p><strong><em>This is a hybrid position </em></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/bGF1cmVuLmhheGJ5LjkwNjM5LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
<p><strong>The Company</strong></p><p>An established and growing Australian organisation is entering an exciting phase of transformation, with continued investment in technology, systems, people and operational capabilities.</p><p>Following a period of sustained growth, the organisation is focused on integrating its expanding operations, strengthening financial planning and reporting, and developing scalable processes to support continued growth and long-term strategic objectives.</p><p><strong><br />The Role<br /></strong> <br />Reporting directly to the CFO, this role plays a pivotal part in delivering FP&A insights that support and enhance business performance.</p><p>The position acts as a true strategic partner to operational teams, providing analysis, guidance, and support to drive informed decision-making and sustainable growth.</p><p><strong><br />Key responsibilities include:</strong></p><ul><li>Financial planning and forecasting: Lead the preparation and timely submission of mid-month estimates, rolling sales forecasts, annual budgets, full-year forecasts, five-year plans, capital expenditure (CapEx) reporting and long-term financial models.</li><li>Management reporting and performance analysis: Analyse sales and operational performance across revenue, volume, price, product mix and divisional head office costs, highlighting trends, variances, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Commercial business partnering: Work with teams across the business to provide financial insights, scenario analysis and recommendations that support informed decision-making and improved business performance.</li><li>Reporting improvement and standardisation: Identify opportunities to improve reporting processes, enhance visibility of key performance indicators and standardise financial practices across sites.</li><li>Financial modelling and strategic support: Develop financial models and scenarios to assess business opportunities, evaluate potential outcomes and support strategic and operational planning.</li><li>Financial governance and controls: Maintain financial governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with internal policies, reporting requirements and financial control standards.</li></ul><p><br /><strong>Your Skills & Experience</strong></p><ul><li>CA/CPA qualified with strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Confident, proactive and influential, with the ability to build relationships across the business</li><li>Proven experience with full ownership of P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Advanced financial planning and modelling skills, with strong proficiency in Excel and Power BI.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.</li><li>Proven stakeholder management skills, partnering with senior leaders to drive financial performance and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Full working rights in Australia (Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa).</li></ul><p>For more information, please reach out directly to the Management Resources team in Mulgrave on 03 9239 8100.<br /><br /> <br /><strong>Job Reference Number: 0</strong>6830-0013530102 IT</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/aXNvYmVsLnR1cm5lci4xMTE3NS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">The Company</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>This six-month temporary opportunity sits within a prestigious independent school renowned for its commitment to educational excellence and supportive community culture. As part of a dedicated finance team, you will be responsible for delivering an efficient and accurate payroll service, supporting both teaching and professional staff across the organisation.</p><p>The role will see you manage payroll processing from start to finish, respond to payroll queries, maintain employee records, and assist with compliance requirements, contributing to the smooth operation of a critical function within the school.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">About the Role</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>Reporting to an experienced and supportive Finance Manager, and working closely with both the Finance and People & Culture teams, your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>End-to-end payroll processing for teaching and professional staff</li><li>Accurate interpretation and application of relevant Awards, Enterprise Agreements, and payroll legislation</li><li>Processing new starters, terminations, salary changes, and employee lifecycle updates</li><li>Managing leave entitlements, timesheets, and payroll adjustments</li><li>Responding to payroll-related queries and providing excellent support to employees</li><li>Processing superannuation, payroll tax, and other statutory obligations</li><li>Payroll reconciliations and reporting</li><li>Maintaining accurate employee and payroll master data</li><li>Assisting with month-end processes, audits, and payroll compliance requirements</li><li>Identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting payroll system maintenance</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">What's on Offer</span></strong></p><p> </p><ul><li>Six-month temporary contract with an immediate start</li><li>Two days' work-from-home flexibility</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>Potential for extension</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Your Profile</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>To be successful in this role, you will have demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing within a complex, high-volume environment. You will possess a strong understanding of payroll legislation, compliance requirements, and the interpretation of Awards and Enterprise Agreements.</p><p>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with the ability to build strong working relationships across finance, People & Culture, and the broader school community. A customer-focused approach and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion are critical.</p><p>Previous experience within the education sector will be highly regarded, particularly within an independent school environment. However, candidates with payroll experience from other complex or regulated organisations are encouraged to apply.</p><p> </p><p><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Apply Today</span></strong></p><p> </p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you and you can commit to starting immediately, we'd love to hear from you!</p><p>Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><em>06810-0013535048JJC</em></p><p><strong><em> </em></strong></p><p><strong>This is a hybrid</strong> <strong>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/am9yZGFuYS5jaGFwcGVsbGpvaG5zdG9uZS4xODU5Ny4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
<p>Finance Business Partner - Property Development</p><p>Our client is an international business is seeking a Finance Business Partner to support its Australian property development projects.</p><p>Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will work closely with development leaders, project managers and joint venture partners, providing financial oversight from early planning through construction and completion.</p><p><strong><br />The opportunity</strong></p><p>Combining hands-on accounting with commercial business partnering your responsibilities will include:</p><ul><li>Managing project budgets, cash flow forecasts and cost-to-complete reporting.</li><li>Tracking expenditure, commitments and milestones, identifying potential overruns and funding requirements early.</li><li>Partnering with project managers to challenge assumptions and support commercial decisions.</li><li>Coordinating debt and equity drawdowns, funding requests and joint venture reporting.</li><li>Owning accounting and month-end reporting for development SPVs.</li><li>Assessing accounting treatment for development expenditure, including capitalisation.</li><li>Supporting tax compliance, financial controls and reporting to overseas stakeholders.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>About you</strong></p><p>You will bring experience in property development accounting or finance, with a practical understanding of project costs, cash flows and the development lifecycle.</p><p>You could be an experienced Development Accountant seeking broader commercial ownership, or a Finance Manager who enjoys remaining close to the detail. Experience within a smaller developer is equally relevant.</p><p> </p><p><strong>You will ideally offer:</strong></p><ul><li>CA or CPA qualifications.</li><li>Strong accounting fundamentals and experience managing development budgets and forecasts.</li><li>Exposure to SPVs, joint ventures and project funding arrangements.</li><li>Confidence engaging with non-finance stakeholders and explaining financial risks clearly.</li><li>A proactive approach to improving processes and resolving issues.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>Why consider it?</strong></p><p>This role offers exposure to senior finance and development leaders, ownership of project finances and the opportunity to support an evolving development pipeline within an international organisation.</p><p>With a growing development pipeline and expanding investment in Australia, this is an exciting time to join the business. You'll gain direct exposure to senior leaders and complex projects, with scope to broaden your responsibilities and accelerate your career as the business grows.</p><p>Our client has an enviable culture with high staff retention, annual bonus eligibility, numerous perks and benefits and a flexible, pragmatic work environment.</p><p><strong><br />Apply Today</strong></p><p>If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you! Simply apply with your up-to-date CV in Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx).</p><p> </p><p><em>Reference Number: </em><a href="https://rh.my.salesforce.com/a1GVT000008SfGX">06810-0013530857</a>SG</p><p> </p><p>This is a <strong>hybrid</strong> position.</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/U2Vhbi5HcmFubmVsbC43MTU0NS4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">