Village Finance Manager

LDK Healthcare; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Novated leasing

Daily coffee/tea

Purchased leave

Retail discounts

Banking access

Professional development

Values-driven culture

Job summary

LDK Seniors Living is seeking a Village Finance Manager in Sydney to oversee budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and financial compliance for The Landings village. The role works closely with the Village General Manager and Leadership Team to ensure strong financial management and strategic performance.

The successful candidate will manage payroll, accounts receivable, and collaborate with external accountants, auditors and the Group Finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, business or related discipline.
• CPA qualification or current CPA status.
• Experience in fast-paced, developing business environments.
• Strong financial analysis and reporting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; advanced Excel.
• Experience using Xero.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, including P&L and commentary, for the Village.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow across the Village, including Recurrent Charge and Scheme Operator.
• Partner with the Village General Manager and department heads to review financial performance and actions.
• Ensure financial reporting and processes comply with Retirement Villages Act (NSW) and BAS/GST obligations.
• Manage accounts receivable and respond to residents' financial enquiries.
• Act as the key finance contact for residents and liaise with the Village Residents Committee.
• Review and authorise payroll processes and manage payroll adjustments.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and the Group Finance team.
• Support procurement compliance and effective financial controls across the Village.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting and business partnering to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the implementation and improvement of finance, payroll and POS systems.

Skills

Financial analysis

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business or related

CPA qualified or CPA in progress

Tools

Xero

Job description

LDK Seniors Living vision is for every senior Australian to be treated with Love, Decency & Kindness in their ageing journey. Our core values of Love, Decency & Kindness underpin our culture andguide every aspect ofeverything we do for our residents and ourteammembers. All LDK villages combine the best part of retirement living and agedcaretodeliver our uniqueOne Move Promise– our guarantee that once our residents call LDK home, they will never have to move again.

About The Landings

LDK Seniors Living’s luxury village, The Landings, is sprawled over 11.87-hectares in North Turramurra, on Sydney’s upper north shore. The village neighbours the Ku-ring-gai Chase National Park, is near Lady Davidson Private Hospital, and is a short drive to the North Turramurra golf course, bowling club, cafes and shops. The Landings comprises 220 architecturally designed one, two and three -bedroom villas and apartments. LDK creates a true sense of belonging, community, and vibrancy for residents through a variety of group activities and hospitality events. On-site facilities include an arts and craft room, gymnasium and heated indoor pool. The clubhouse amenities include The Hangar Cafe & Bar, a fireplace lounge area, a pool room, a dedicated theatre space, and a 200-seat function space.

About the Role

The Village Finance Manager is responsible for managing the financial affairs of the Village and providing accurate, timely and insightful financial information to support effective decision-making. The role partners closely with the Village General Manager, Village Leadership Team, residents and the Group Finance team to ensure strong financial management, compliance and business performance.

The role oversees budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, reporting, payroll, accounts receivable and financial compliance, while also supporting continuous improvement and the implementation of finance and business systems. The successful candidate will build strong relationships across the Village and provide clear, practical financial guidance to support both operational and strategic outcomes

Role Responsibilities

• Prepare and present monthly financial reports, including P&L and commentary, for the Village.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cash flow across the Village, including Recurrent Charge and Scheme Operator.
• Partner with the Village General Manager and department heads to review financial performance and agree actions.
• Ensure financial reporting and processes comply with relevant requirements, including the Retirement Villages Act (NSW) and BAS/GST obligations.
• Manage accounts receivable and respond to residents' financial enquiries.
• Act as the key finance contact for residents and liaise with the Village Residents Committee.
• Review and authorise payroll processes and manage payroll adjustments.
• Liaise with external accountants, auditors and the Group Finance team.
• Support procurement compliance and effective financial controls across the Village.
• Provide financial analysis, reporting and business partnering to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support the implementation and improvement of finance, payroll and POS systems.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• CPA qualified or currently completing CPA.
• Previous experience working in a fast-paced and developing business environment.
• Strong financial analysis, reporting and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Demonstrated experience using Xero.
• Experience in the retirement village sector is desirable but not essential.
• Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to build effective relationships with residents, leaders and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues, solve problems and contribute to continuous improvement.

Our Employee Value Proposition

LDK villages have established a reputation of being ‘truly happy places’ for residents. We know that this can only be achieved if our team feel connected, respected and valued. When you join LDK, you will be joining a for-purpose, values-led, people-first organisation that empowers and invests in our employees to develop, nurture and grow individual professional capability. You will work in a friendly, open and welcoming environment.

• Competitive salary package
• Novated Leasing options
• Free daily coffee/tea/standard beverage for allstaff
• Purchased leave options, giving you the flexibility to take extra time off when you need it
• Great retail discounts with stores including JB Hi-Fi, The Good Guys, K-mart, Woolworths and more
• Access to Comm-Bank Workplace Banking
• Continuous professional development and promotional opportunities
• Working in a friendly, open and welcoming environment with a culture driven by our values of Love, Decency & Kindness

Our Vision

LDK Seniors’ Living's vision is that all seniors in Australia willbe treated with Love, Decency and Kindness on their ageingjourney. We live, breathe and play by our 3 core values of Love,Decency and Kindness every day. We are proud that every aspect ofour business revolves around these values and our vision to createa senior living option truly worth of Australian seniors, with a‘one move’ promise.

Our employees are valued members of the LDK Family, whether theyare a Registered Nurse or Personal Carer, a Cleaner,Administrator, or a Cook for our residents in our kitchen. Ourongoing commitment is to support and foster their growth anddevelopment, so together we deliver the best possible outcomes forour residents.

Please, only consider employment with LDK Seniors Living if you feelas strongly about our vision and our values as we do.