Finance Director Job

The Arkema Group; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Melbourne seeks a Finance Director to lead financial strategy and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. Responsibilities include overseeing financial planning and risk management, partnering with business units, and providing insights to shape business strategy. Ideal candidates will have senior financial leadership experience and excellent communication skills. Join us for growth opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

Inclusive Environment

Growth Opportunities

Impactful Work

Supportive Culture

Qualifications

• Senior financial leadership experience in a global business.
• Experience in presenting business and financial reporting at board levels.
• Excellent communicator, open-minded and positive.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial governance, internal controls and risk management.
• Partner with business units to deliver performance insights.
• Oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance, and audits.
• Manage legal affairs and corporate secretarial duties.
• Contribute to transformation projects, including M&A.

Skills

Senior financial leadership experience

Experience presenting business and financial reports

Excellent communication skills

User knowledge of SAP

Passion for achieving outstanding results

Tools

SAP

Job description

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Role Overview

As our Finance Director, you are responsible for leading the financial strategy and alignment with the broader corporate objectives. This role oversees all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and analysis to support sustainable growth and informed decision making. You ensure that financial reporting is done accurately and in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, while proactively managing financial risks and safeguarding company assets. Acting as a key advisor to the Managing Director, you will provide strategic insights and recommendations that shape the direction of the business in addition to managing capital and cash flow to optimize financial performance to support long term value creation. You will work closely with, and lead a high performing team, championing operational excellence, ethical governance and continuous improvement across financial systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead financial governance, internal controls and risk management across the business.
• Partner with business units to deliver performance insights and drive strategic improvements.
• Oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance and external audit processes.
• Manage legal affairs, corporate secretarial duties and business insurance coverage.
• Contribute to major transformation projects, including systems, M&A and projects.
• Optimise finance team structure and prepare for future organizational evolution.
• Ensure effective treasury, cash flow and finance related relationships.
• Maintain a robust internal control framework and ensure statutory & regulatory compliance.

What We're Looking For

• Senior financial leadership experience in a global business, preferably with manufacturing and sales environment.
• Experience in presenting business and financial reporting / analysis at board levels.
• Excellent communicator, open-minded and bringing positive energy.
• User knowledge of SAP would be an advantage.
• A passion for achieving outstanding results.

Why Join Us

• Inclusive Environment:We value diversity and are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.
• Growth Opportunities:We offer professional development opportunities to help you grow and advance in your career.
• Impactful Work:Be part of a team driving innovation and shaping the future of the construction industry through our innovative products.
• Supportive Culture:Work in a collaborative and empowering environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please share your best achievement in your cover letter.

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Bostik, we believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives foster innovation. If you’re excited about this role but don’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway—you might be the person we’re looking for!

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