Finance Manager

Michael Page Australia; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A retail wholesaler located east of Perth is seeking a qualified CA/CPA or someone working towards certification to join their finance team. The candidate will oversee monthly financials, analyze P&L, and prepare detailed budgets, engaging with senior operational stakeholders. This role offers a broad scope of responsibilities and an attractive salary package.

Benefits

Broad scope of duties

Exposure to senior stakeholders

Attractive salary with super

Qualifications

• CA/CPA Qualified or working towards.
• Experience in Retail or FMCG sector.
• Ability to communicate with non-financial stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Produce monthly management accounts.
• Analyse P&L to identify variances and trends.
• Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts.
• Monitor cash flow and optimize financial performance.

Skills

CA/CPA Qualified

Senior Accountant or Finance Manager experience

Ownership of P&L

Strong stakeholder engagement skills

Ability to meet competing deadlines

Job description

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of monthly financials
• Financial analysis and commentary

About Our Client

Our client is a retail wholesaler located east of the Perth CBD. With a presence across multiple locations within Australia, our client also has a footprint within the North American, South American and African markets. Due to company growth, the team is now looking to strengthen its Perth finance function.

The Job Description

Reporting into the Chief Operating Officer, the purpose of this role is to provide insight into financial and operational business performance. Key duties will also include:

• Produce monthly management accounts
• Analyse P&L to identify variances, trends and provide recommendations for business improvements
• Take ownership of group reporting suites
• Prepare detailed budgets and forecasts
• Ensure accurate inventory costing
• Monitor cash flow and optimise financial performance across the organisation

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will possess the following traits/skillset:

• CA/CPA Qualified (or working towards)
• Relevant Senior Accountant or Finance Manager experience, preferably within Retail or FMCG sector
• Prior experience taking ownership of a P&L
• Ability to meet competing deadlines
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills with an ability to communicate financial information to non-financial stakeholders

What's on Offer

As well as the opportunity to work for a respected wholesaler within an international presence, the successful candidate will be provided with:

• Broad scope of duties and responsibilities
• Exposure to dealing with senior operational stakeholders
• Attractive salary: base + super