Manager, Financial Reporting & Operations

Bureau Of Meteorology; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau Of Meteorology in Melbourne seeks an Executive Level 2 Manager to lead the Finance, Asset and Operations team, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer. The role drives financial reporting, governance and strategic financial performance.

You will oversee the preparation of financial statements, strategic direction for AP, AR, Purchasing Cards and Treasury, and management of assets and leases, while guiding change and continuous improvement in financial processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the financial statements, required accounting position papers, associated audit process and clearance through relevant internal committees
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Purchasing Cards and Treasury teams
• Lead the management and accounting for the Bureau's assets and lease portfolio
• Ensure the Bureau has a robust financial governance framework in place to support financial compliance, statutory requirements and operational outcomes

Job description

Manager, Financial Reporting & Operations

The Bureau is seeking a high performing Executive Level 2 Manager to lead the Finance, Asset and Operations team, working directly with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

The role will:

• Deliver the financial statements, required accounting position papers, associated audit process and clearance though relevant internal committees
• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Finance, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivble, Purchasing Cards and Treasury teams
• Lead the management and accounting for the Bureau's assets and lease portfolio
• Ensure the Bureau has a robust financial governance framework in place to support financial compliance, statutory requirements and operational outcomes.

The Bureau is undergoing significant reform in the Finance space. Your ability to implement, drive and adapt to change is instrumental in supporting the Bureau in its drive for continuous financial improvement and best practice.