Finance Manager

Fullstack

Sydney

Remote

AUD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Full remote flexibility

Professional development opportunities

Merit-based advancement

Referral incentives and bonuses

Two paid volunteer days annually

Job summary

A leading online accounting firm in Australia seeks a Finance Manager to lead client financial engagements. Responsibilities include managing a team for bookkeeping, ensuring compliance, and utilizing data for strategic insights. Candidates must have extensive experience in finance and demonstrate superior communication skills. This role offers remote work flexibility and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

7+ years progressive accounting and finance experience.
Proven experience managing teams of bookkeepers/accountants across 50+ clients.
Expert-level Xero proficiency and app ecosystem knowledge.

Responsibilities

Manage a portfolio of Australian clients in a financial controller capacity.
Ensure 5-star quality bookkeeping, BAS preparation, and Australian compliance.
Oversee financial management including monthly reporting, budgeting, and forecasting.

Skills

Attention to detail

Quality control expertise

Commercial acumen

Superior communication skills

Team management

Education

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Overview

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Have an eye for detail, quality control expertise, and commercial acumen for managing bookkeeping engagements? We're seeking an exceptional Finance Manager to serve our growing Australian client base in tech and modern businesses while driving growth through strategic engagement management.

About Fullstack

Fullstack is a well-established, service-oriented online accounting firm of 25+ people that partners with clients to achieve financial outcomes that transform their businesses. We\'re not your typical accounting firm - our Big 4 calibre clients are innovative modern businesses who rely on us as a critical growth partner through deep relationships and execution.

Our core expertise spans accounting, advisory, and tax services. We excel by truly understanding our clients - who they are, what they do, and the unique challenges they face - then applying specialist knowledge to deliver valuable advice and strategies.

About the Role

You'll be the primary finance leader for key clients, using data-driven insights to guide critical business decisions. This role combines technical excellence with commercial responsibility - you\'ll not only deliver exceptional bookkeeping services through your team but also assess engagement scope, prepare competitive quotes, and ensure profitable client relationships.

You\'ll manage expectations with high-powered founders, and departmental teams in high-growth companies. The role offers endless opportunities to support cutting-edge technology companies.

Key Qualifications

Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce

7+ years progressive accounting and finance experience

Proven experience managing teams of bookkeepers/accountants across 50+ clients

Senior or Management experience with emphasis on quality control

Commercial experience in pricing, quoting, and engagement management

Deep knowledge of Australian accounting standards, GST, and compliance requirements

Expert-level Xero proficiency and app ecosystem knowledge

Superior communication and presentation skills

Advanced Excel and financial reporting software capabilities

Preferred Qualifications:

Top 100 firm experience with mid-sized, tech, or eCommerce clients

Experience with Australian tax legislation and BAS preparation

Some audit experience will be beneficial but not critical

Background in pricing professional services or engagement scoping

Track record of profitable client portfolio management

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Team, your key responsibilities include:

Manage a portfolio of Australian clients (startups to scale-ups) in a financial controller capacity along your team

Ensure 5-star quality bookkeeping, BAS preparation, and Australian compliance requirements

Oversee financial management including monthly reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and statutory reporting

Present results and insights to non-finance stakeholders

Commercial Management

Assess and quote on new bookkeeping engagements based on client complexity and scope

Lead discovery meetings on potential bookkeeping engagements

Negotiate engagement updates and manage scope changes with clients

Monitor engagement profitability and billing efficiency

Manage client billing cycles, collections, and engagement scope tracking

Identify opportunities for service expansion and value-added offerings

Lead, mentor, and develop a team of 5-10 remote bookkeepers

Review bookkeeping work and reporting packages to ensure quality standards

Streamline accounting workflows for both basic and complex requirements

Support team professional development and Xero certification

Strategic Finance Functions (in tandem with your bookkeeping team)

Coordinate external auditor relationships and compliance

Oversee banking and borrowing arrangements

Implement and optimise financial systems

Provide strategic financial recommendations to Executive Leadership

Oversee AP, AR, Payroll, and Management Accounting functions

How We Work

We\'re a high-growth distributed company working collaboratively online to deliver exceptional results. All you need is talent, drive, and reliable internet. Working with Fullstack offers:

Full remote flexibility - work from anywhere in Australia

Autonomous work environment with regular check-ins and clear objectives

Professional development through innovative client work

Collaboration with ambitious clients at the forefront of technology

Merit-based advancement tied to firm and individual success

Regular virtual team social events

Fullstacker Awards recognition program

Referral incentives and bonuses

Professional membership support

Two paid volunteer days annually for social/sustainability causes

Competitive salary package with performance incentives

What Our Team Says

"Great teamwork and communication"

"The amazing work culture and how my individuality has been embraced #LetMeBeMe"

"A growth mindset and ambitious visionary plans. The desire to innovate and be at the top. Love it"

Ready to Join Us?

If this sounds like your next career move:

Explore our work at www.fullstack.com.au

Apply through LinkedIn or send your application directly

We\'re excited to find our next Finance Manager who combines technical excellence with commercial acumen to drive profitable growth across our Australian outsourced finance department portfolio.

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