Finance Data, Reporting and Automation Manager

AAF01 Angle Auto Finance; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Wellbeing leave

Volunteering day

Ergonomic reimbursement

Recruitment referral bonus

Employee rates

Paid parental leave

SPARK benefits

Purchased annual leave

Diversity flex leave

Job summary

Angle Auto Finance is seeking a Finance Data, Reporting and Automation Manager who partners with Finance, Technology and Data teams to deliver accurate financial data, robust reporting and compliant disclosures. You will oversee data governance and drive automation to improve forecasting and decision-making.

You will design SQL data models, develop Power BI dashboards, and support internal and external reporting while ensuring data quality and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics or related field.
• Professional accounting designation (CA/CPA) preferred.
• Experience with SQL, Power BI, and data modelling.
• Experience with automation and AI tools in finance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial data collection, validation and analyses to support decision-making.
• Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards and self-service reporting.
• Improve data architecture, governance and automation of reporting and reconciliations.
• Lead and coach the team to drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Advanced SQL

Power BI

DAX

Data Modelling

Automation Tools

Power Automate

Power Apps

Alteryx

AI in Finance

Cloud Data Platforms

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance/Data Analytics

CA/CPA preferred

Job description

Purpose

The Finance Data, Reporting and Automation Manager reporting to the Group Financial Controller is responsible for overseeing the accuracy, integrity, governance and delivery of financial data, reporting and disclosures. The role partners with Finance, Technology and Data teams to improve financial systems, automate processes and deliver insights that support regulatory compliance and effective business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Data Collection, Analysis and Insights: Gather and verify the accuracy and completeness of financial data from various sources, including Data Warehouses, ERP systems, databases, and spreadsheets, ensuring adherence to accounting principles and internal policies. Analyse financial data and KPIs to identify trends, risks, opportunities and actionable insights. Design, develop and maintain SQL-based data models, queries and reporting datasets. Leverage AI, automation and advanced analytics capabilities to improve forecasting, reporting, reconciliations and decision-making. Prepare ad-hoc financial reports and analysis as requested by management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support decision-making processes by providing financial insights and recommendations.
• Financial Reporting: Develop and enhance Power BI dashboards, semantic models and self-service reporting capabilities. Support delivery of internal, statutory, regulatory and management reporting requirements. Ensure compliance with accounting standards, legal requirements, and regulatory guidelines. Assist in the preparation of external financial statements and reports, including annual reports and tax filings.
• Data Management, Automation & Governance: Improve financial data architecture, governance and accessibility in partnership with Technology and Data teams. Design and implement automated reporting, reconciliation and data management processes to improve efficiency, controls and data quality. Maintain robust validation processes to ensure data integrity. Support internal and external audits through preparation of schedules, reconciliations and supporting documentation. Maintain effective controls and ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory obligations and company policies.

Leadership

Champion continuous improvement through innovative use of automation, analytics and artificial intelligence technologies. Coach team members and promote alignment with team and organisational objectives.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Data Analytics or a related field. A professional accounting designation (e.g., CA/CPA) is preferred.

Experience

• Advanced SQL, Power BI, DAX and data modelling capability.
• Experience with automation tools such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Alteryx or similar platforms.
• Experience using AI and generative AI tools to improve finance business processes and decision making.
• Exposure to cloud data platforms, data warehouses and modern analytics architectures.
• Demonstrated experience in finance data, reporting, analytics and automation roles. Strong analytical, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Employee Benefits

• Birthday leave: Enjoy a day off on your birthday, because you deserve it.
• Health and wellbeing leave: Take some well-deserved ‘me’ time, because your health comes first.
• Volunteering day: Make an impact with a day dedicated to giving back to the causes you care about.
• $500 ergonomic equipment reimbursement: Invest in comfort and productivity with support tailored to your work setup.
• Recruitment referral program: We want to find and hire the best talent in the market, and we want to reward you with a payment of up to $5,000 for helping us identify and personally endorse high-calibre candidates you believe would be a great fit to come and work for us.
• Employee rate program: When you’re part of the Angle Auto Finance team, you’ll gain access to our best auto finance rates with your next car purchase—just another way we’ve got your back.
• Paid parental leave: Be there for life’s most important moments with time to support your growing family.
• SPARK: The employee benefits program that gives you everything from discounts to wellbeing support.
• Purchased annual leave: Gain extra flexibility by purchasing additional leave.
• Diversity flex leave: Our people have the flexibility to observe culturally significant days by choosing an alternate day that better aligns with their cultural values.

We'd love to hear from you

Angle Auto Finance is committed to attracting, retaining and strengthening the performance of a diverse, equitable and inclusive workforce. It is our commitment to ensure equal employment opportunities without discrimination or exclusion on the basis of cultural heritage, colour, religion, citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law.

Angle Auto Finance is an Australian-based non-bank lender, delivering automotive finance from a different angle – offering choice and flexibility, to enable Australians to realise their dreams.

Our culture pillars represent our true strength and the things we can continue to build to get better. They describe what is unique and central to Angle Auto. The things we can’t afford to lose, our true strengths that we must continue to build on. There are no passengers here. Just a group of like-minded people working together to make a positive impact. We take pride in our work and doing things the right way. The road might not always be smooth, but doing your best work in an environment that supports your drive is truly rewarding. Our industry doesn’t stand still. And neither do we. With one eye firmly on the future, we’re igniting new ideas and ways of working that drive us all forward.