Strategic Finance Manager — Lead & Optimize (Aviation)

McDermott Aviation; Cooroy; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott Aviation, headquartered in Cooroy, is Australia’s largest privately‑owned helicopter company. We seek an experienced Finance Manager to lead our accounting, tax compliance, cash flow, and financial reporting while guiding a high-performing finance team.

Reporting to the CFO, you will shape strategic finance initiatives, ensure ASIC and corporate reporting compliance, and oversee multi‑entity accounting across Australia and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance; CPA or CA preferred.
• 5+ years in a senior accounting or finance management role.
• Australian work authorisation required.
• Experience with TM1 or Microsoft Business Central ERP systems.
• Knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of day-to-day accounting and tax accounting, ensuring accuracy.
• Support the Accounts team leader with backup and advisory.
• Oversee lodgement of BAS, PAYG, income tax returns, and other statutory filings.
• Review month-end reconciliations, journals, and accruals.
• Lead and develop the finance team toward high performance.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, and financing arrangements.
• Identify process improvements to increase efficiency and strategic value.
• Ensure compliance with ASIC, Australian and US reporting requirements.
• Support the CFO in strategic finance initiatives and ad hoc projects.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Communication

Australian work rights

Strategic finance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CPA or CA preferred

Tools

TM1

Microsoft Business Central

Job description

McDermott Aviation, headquartered in Cooroy, is Australia’s largest privately‑owned helicopter company. We seek an experienced Finance Manager to lead our accounting, tax compliance, cash flow, and financial reporting while guiding a high-performing finance team.

Reporting to the CFO, you will shape strategic finance initiatives, ensure ASIC and corporate reporting compliance, and oversee multi‑entity accounting across Australia and internationally.