Hospitality Finance Manager — Lead Multi-Site Close & Payroll

Create Catering; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Create Catering Group is a growing, owner-led hospitality business running seven venues across NSW, Queensland and Victoria. I'ts finance function is brought in-house to match; you will own day-to-day finance, month-end, and lead the Accounts Officer across multiple venues.

You'll train venue teams, ensure processes are followed, and work closely with venue managers to keep the numbers right first time. A strong, hands-on approach with travel to venues interstate is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in accounting or finance (CA/CPA desirable but not essential).
• 5+ years' experience, including multi-site hospitality, retail or food service.
• Strong Xero skills; experience with Square and Cooking the Books a big plus.
• Solid understanding of the Hospitality Industry Award and payroll compliance.
• Confident coaching venue managers and reconciling ledgers.
• Willing to travel interstate when needed.

Responsibilities

• Own month-end close and deliver accurate monthly P&Ls by venue and group.
• Produce a weekly flash report per venue (sales, wage %, COGS %, cash).
• Oversee payroll for around 150 staff (fortnightly) and ensure Award compliance.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and cash flow forecasting.
• Manage multi-state payroll tax obligations.
• Keep BAS-ready and year-end-ready with external accountant.
• Drive use of Xero, Square and Cooking the Books across venues.
• Run monthly stocktake and accruals for accurate COGS and wages.
• Turn policies into practical checklists for venue teams.
• Lead and develop the Accounts Officer.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Process design

Travel willingness

Organised

Education

Degree in accounting/finance

Tools

Xero

Square

Cooking the Books

Job description

Create Catering Group is a growing, owner-led hospitality business running seven venues across NSW, Queensland and Victoria. I'ts finance function is brought in-house to match; you will own day-to-day finance, month-end, and lead the Accounts Officer across multiple venues.

You'll train venue teams, ensure processes are followed, and work closely with venue managers to keep the numbers right first time. A strong, hands-on approach with travel to venues interstate is expected.