Finance Manager

ClearCompany; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 207,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the Transport & Distribution sector is seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance. This role is based in Sydney and requires strong expertise in accounting and finance. The Finance Manager will contribute to financial strategy, lead a team, and ensure compliance with regulations. Competitive remuneration package offered, including $180k AUD, car, and bonus.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for professional growth

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in financial management within the Transport & Distribution industry.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance.
• Maintain robust financial controls and reporting accuracy.
• Deliver financial reports, forecasts, and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Financial management

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance

CPA or CA certification

Tools

Financial software

Reporting tools

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance within the Transport & Distribution industry. This role is based in Sydney and requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure optimal business performance.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a well-established organisation in the Transport & Distribution sector. The company is focused on delivering excellence in its services and maintaining high operational standards.

Description

• Contribute to the strategic planning process for the organization.
• Act as a functional counterpart to the divisional management team and corporate finance.
• Drive Enterprise Risk Management and complete quarterly risk reviews.
• Provide financial insight into business strategy, expansion projects, and tenders.
• Lead the Delegation of Authority process and ensure adherence to corporate governance.
• Maintain robust financial controls, reviews, and reporting accuracy.
• Deliver monthly/quarterly financial reports, forecasts, cash flow, and statutory accounts.
• Coordinate the budgeting process across departments; prepare annual tax returns.
• Conduct performance variance analyses, cost tracking, and capital expenditure reviews.
• Challenge current practices, identify supplier benefits, and improve processes.
• Monitor CAPEX expenditure vs. budgets, market, and capacity demands.
• Develop improvement actions for working capital, payment terms, and inventory.
• Ensure cost control within authorised CAPEX budgets.
• Partner with the Commercial Manager on contract development and customer pricing.
• Prepare customer budgets and financial models for key accounts.
• Oversee and resolve customer claims, queries, and complaints.
• Manage and develop the Finance Department with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Conduct performance appraisals and set annual people development objectives.
• Foster engagement and identify training needs based on reviews and business requirements.
• Ensure team resourcing, leave, and work schedules are managed effectively.
• Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Lead actions, risk reviews, and reporting.
• Implement stock management and financial policy roll-outs across the organization.

Profile

A successful Finance Manager should have:

• A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Professional certification such as CPA or CA.
• Proven expertise in financial management within the Transport & Distribution industry.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
• Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive remuneration package ranging from $180k AUD + Car + Bonus.
• Opportunity to work in the thriving Transport & Distribution industry.
• Supportive team environment within a respected organisation.
• Potential for professional growth and career development.

If you are a driven Finance Manager looking to make an impact in the Transport & Distribution industry, we encourage you to apply today!

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Zack Dennis on [phone].