Finance Operations & Procurement Leader

Cheil Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Regional collaboration across Cheil

Sydney Olympic Park HQ

Job summary

Cheil Australia is a data-inspired CX agency based in Sydney seeking a Finance Operations & Procurement Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations, project commercial management and procurement activities. The role ensures projects are estimated, approved, delivered within budget and invoiced in line with client and business requirements.

It also leads procurement governance, vendor management, accounts payable/receivable, cash management, financial reporting and audits while collaborating

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in finance or procurement management.
• Experience in AP/AR and vendor management.
• Strong communication, leadership and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, payment runs, bank reconciliations, expense administration and cash-flow forecasting.
• Ensure project revenue is achieved and accurately recorded in the correct reporting period and supported by approved estimates, client approval and time report input.
• Oversee client invoicing and ensure invoices are supported by required evidence, including approved estimates, purchase orders, scopes of work, proof of delivery and other relevant documentation.
• Manage Account Receivable and payable that are related to project
• Monitor overdue accounts and resolve disputed or rejected invoices with internal stakeholders and client Finance or Procurement teams.
• Support annual budgeting, forecasting, month-end closing and year-end financial processes.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial and management reports for regional and global HQ.
• Assist with annual external audits, internal audits and HQ reviews by preparing schedules, reconciliations and supporting documentation.
• Manage the financial aspects of campaigns and projects from initial estimate through to delivery, invoicing, reconciliation and closure.
• Review project estimates, scopes, production budgets, third-party costs, agency fees and margins to ensure commercial accuracy and appropriate approval.
• Manage and guide procurement activities, including supplier sourcing, competitive quotations, vendor selection, commercial negotiation and purchase-order compliance.
• Coordinate annual client bidding, tender, rate-card and commercial review processes, including the preparation of pricing submissions and supporting information.
• Maintain effective financial and procurement policies, procedures and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legislation, accounting requirements, agency policies, client contracts and vendor agreements.
• Provide commercial and financial guidance to senior leadership and agency teams to improve cost control, operational efficiency and project profitability.

Skills

Finance management

AP/AR management

Vendor management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Ethical mindset

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance

Job description

Cheil Australia is a data-inspired CX agency based in Sydney seeking a Finance Operations & Procurement Manager to oversee day-to-day finance operations, project commercial management and procurement activities. The role ensures projects are estimated, approved, delivered within budget and invoiced in line with client and business requirements.

It also leads procurement governance, vendor management, accounts payable/receivable, cash management, financial reporting and audits while collaborating