Financial Manager – Lead Finance for a Growing Australian Brand

The Financial Manager is a key leadership role responsible for managing all financial operations for Solatube Australia and providing oversight to Solatube Home and other associated business. This position combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial management and plays a critical role in supporting the Managing Director.

The Financial Manager will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all financial processes, deliver high-quality reporting, optimise Syspro ERP performance, and provide commercial insights that support strong decision-making. The role also leads one Accounts/Finance Officer and partners closely with operational teams across the organisation.

Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions including AP/AR, payroll, bank reconcilations, general ledger, BAS, PAYG and super compliance

Manage timely and accurate month-end and year-end processes

Maintain stock control, costing, margin reporting, and inventory accuracy through Syspro

Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and statutory reports

Manage cash flow forecasting and cash requirements

Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules

Financial Manager

The Financial Manager is a key leadership role responsible for managing all financial operations for Solatube Australia and providing oversight to Solatube Home and other associated business. This position combines hands-on accounting with strategic financial management and plays a critical role in supporting the Managing Director.

The Financial Manager will ensure the accuracy, integrity, and efficiency of all financial processes, deliver high-quality reporting,



optimise Syspro ERP performance, and provide commercial insights that support strong decision-making. The role also leads one Accounts/Finance Officer and partners closely with operational teams across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Accounting & Controls

- Oversee all day-to-day accounting functions including AP/AR, payroll, bank reconcilations, general ledger, BAS, PAYG and super compliance

- Manage timely and accurate month-end and year-end processes

- Maintain stock control, costing, margin reporting, and inventory accuracy through Syspro

- Prepare and review financial statements, management reports, and statutory reports

- Manage cash flow forecasting and cash requirements

- Maintain fixed asset registers and depreciation schedules

Leadership & People Management

- Supervise and support the Accounts/Finance Officer

- Provide coaching, mentoring, and performance guidance

- Ensure smooth workflow across the finance department and alignment with company policies

Oversight of Other Business Units

- Review financial reporting for other business and ensure consistency with group standards

- Assess and guide bookkeeping accuracy, cash flow reporting, and P&L; performance





- Provide strategic financial insights and periodic performance reviews for an associated business

Systems, Processes & Syspro ERP

- Act as the Syspro finance system lead

- Ensure accuracy of financial, sales, and inventory data

- Identify process gaps and implement system improvements

- Liaise with external Syspro consultants for system updates or reporting enhancements

Reporting, Compliance & Strategic Support

- Prepare monthly management reports and KPI dashboards

- Ensure compliance with all statutory obligations (ATO, ASIC, Workers Comp, insurance, etc.)

- Support budgeting, forecasting, and business planning

- Provide commercial insights into pricing, cost control, and capital expenditure

- Assist with modelling, scenario analysis, and business performance monitoring

Skills & Competencies

- Robust technical accounting knowledge

- High attention to detail with accuracy under deadlines

- Advanced Syspro ERP and Microsoft Excel skills

- Effective communication with financial and non-financial stakeholders

- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small finance team

- Proactive approach with continuous improvement mindset

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce

- CPA/CA qualification preferred but not essential

- 7–10 years’ experience in senior accounting or financial management roles

- Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or construction highly desirable

Hands-on experience with Syspro or similar ERP systems

- Demonstrated ability to work independently and confidently in a leadership position

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📌 Financial Manager – Lead Finance for a Growing Australian Brand (City of Penrith)
🏢 Solatube Australia
📍 City of Penrith