Finance Team Manager

Chempro; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Chempro on the Gold Coast is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee accounting, reporting and governance across our store network. You will partner with stakeholders and coordinate with an offshore team to drive accuracy and timeliness of financial information.

Lead and develop the accounting team, manage month-end close, statutory lodgements, and year-end packs with external accountants. A strong CPA/CA or equivalent is preferred and Excel proficiency is essential.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of accounting experience.
• Strong understanding of Australian accounting and taxation requirements.
• Excellent reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including formulas and summarising data
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the accounting, financial analysis and reporting functions across the store network.
• Lead, mentor and develop the accounting team, providing direction and training.
• Coordinate financial matters with external accounting firms, lenders and stakeholders.
• Oversee month-end close process and ensure accurate financial records.
• Review payroll and superannuation reconciliations; ensure statutory compliance.
• Establish SOPs, finance policies and internal controls to strengthen governance.
• Coordinate year-end packs with external accountants and support queries.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Excel skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be part of a finance team responsible for supporting the accounting and reporting requirements for a large store network, including providing guidance and support to an offshore accounting team. This is a hands-on role that suits someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and partnering with stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

Financial Oversight and Reporting: Oversee the accounting, financial analysis and reporting functions across the store network, ensuring financial integrity, consistency and compliance with company policies and reporting requirements.

Leadership and Team Development: Lead, mentor and develop the accounting team, providing direction, performance oversight, technical guidance and ongoing training to drive accountability and operational excellence.

External Stakeholder and Relationship Management: Manage relationships and coordinate financial matters with external accounting firms, lenders and other key financial stakeholders. Ensure the timely provision of financial information, respond to information requests, coordinate reporting requirements and support effective communication to maintain strong professional relationships.

Month-End and Financial Close Governance: Oversee and review the month-end close process, ensuring the accuracy and completeness of financial records, effective reconciliation controls and timely delivery of financial reporting.

Compliance and Statutory Reporting: Review and oversee monthly lodgements, payroll and superannuation reconciliations, ensuring compliance with relevant statutory obligations, internal controls and reporting deadlines.

Year-End Reporting and External Accountant Coordination: Oversee the preparation and review of year-end financial packs and coordinate with external accountants to facilitate accurate financial reporting, efficient year-end processes and timely resolution of accounting queries.

Policies, Procedures and Internal Controls: Establish, maintain and continuously improve standard operating procedures (SOPs), finance policies and process documentation to strengthen governance, standardisation and control effectiveness across finance operations.

What we're looking for

Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

At least 3 years of accounting experience.

Strong understanding of Australian accounting and taxation requirements.

Excellent reconciliation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills including experience with formulas and summarising data

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Why Join Us?

Supportive and collaborative team environment.

Ongoing professional development and career growth opportunities

Be part of an organisation that supports a store network in delivering positive health and wellbeing outcomes for local communities.

Opportunity to work within a growing business.