Finance Manager

RATCH Australia Corporation; North Sydney Council; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Hybrid work model

Parental leave

Competitive remuneration

Employee benefits

Job summary

RATCH Australia Corporation in North Sydney is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to lead financial operations and support strategic decision-making. This full-time role combines office-based duties with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

You will prepare statutory accounts, manage month-end reporting for corporate and project entities, and drive budgeting and forecasting. Strong tax, financial reporting knowledge and stakeholder communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• CPA or CA qualification or international equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of experience.
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and/or tax experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual statutory accounts and monthly management reporting.
• Oversee month end reporting for corporate and development project entities.
• Budgeting and forecasting for projects and corporate entities.
• Manage external banking and intercompany loan arrangements with covenants.
• Review cashflow and liquidity forecasting; manage term deposits.
• Corporate tax compliance; liaise with RATCH Thailand on group matters.
• Review tax returns (income tax, BAS, FBT) and liaise with tax specialists.
• Oversee accounts payable and supervise junior team members.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA qualification

Job description

RATCH Australia Corporation – North Sydney NSW

Founded in 2011, RAC currently owns and manages 11 energy generation assets across Australia. Its portfolio comprises 1.6GW of renewable energy assets including gas-fired power stations that provide stability to the renewable energy market. A further 1.8GW of proposed projects is currently under development.

RAC is a wholly owned subsidiary of RATCH Group PCL, a leading energy and infrastructure company in Thailand listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand, with energy assets and development projects across Asia-Pacific region

About the role

RATCH-Australia Corporation Limited is seeking a dynamic Finance Manager to join our team in North Sydney. As a key member of the finance department, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the company's financial operations and supporting strategic decision-making. This full-time position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the success of a growing organisation.

What you'll be doing

• Prepare annual statutory accounts and monthly management reporting
• Oversee the preparation of month end reporting for corporate and development project entities.
• Budgeting and forecasting for projects and corporate entities as part of the annual budget preparation.
• Management of both external banking and intercompany loan arrangements, including ensuring compliance with undertakings and covenants.
• Reviewing cashflow and liquidity forecasting management of term deposits
• Corporate Tax compliance including assistance and liaison with RATCH Thailand on group matters.
• Reviewing taxation returns including but not limited to:
  • income tax return
  • BAS
  • FBT return
• Liaison with internal and external tax specialists
• Management of qualified accountants, junior team members and oversight of accounts payable

What we're looking for

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CA qualification or international equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Strong technical knowledge of financial reporting and/or tax experience acquired in an accounting firm or complex business environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and decision-making abilities

What we offer

• The safety, wellbeing and sustainability of our people, communities and environment are our highest priorities.
• RAC offers professional development opportunities, competitive remuneration and employee benefits, parental leave, and a flexible hybrid work model combining office and remote work.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Australia and may be required to provide evidence of their work rights as part of the recruitment process.