Company OverviewOur client is a privately owned family office with a long-term investment mindset and a significant presence in the agricultural sector.
Backed by an entrepreneurial ownership group, the business has built a highly successful operation and is now entering an exciting phase of growth.This is a rare prospect to join a business where you'll have direct access to decision-makers, genuine influence over business outcomes and the ability to make a visible impact.
If you're looking to step into a role that goes well beyond traditional finance, this is an opportunity worth exploring.The RoleReporting directly to the Director, this is a true "own the function" position.
You'll take responsibility for the end-to-end finance function of a growing agricultural business while acting as a trusted adviser to the ownership group.Based five days per week in the Melbourne inner suburbs, you'll enjoy a highly visible role that combines strategic finance, commercial partnering and operational involvement.
Regular travel to regional operations is required, giving you the opportunity to build relationships across the business and gain firsthand exposure to the drivers behind its success.ResponsibilitiesLead the end-to-end finance function including reporting, forecasting and budgetingManage cashflow,



banking relationships, debt facilities and covenant reportingDeliver meaningful financial insights and analysis to support decision-makingPrepare board and management reporting packsOversee statutory compliance, taxation, payroll and audit requirementsDrive process improvement initiatives and strengthen financial controlsPartner with operational stakeholders to improve commercial outcomesDevelop robust budgeting, forecasting and long-term planning frameworksSupport strategic growth initiatives, projects and capital investment decisionsAct as a trusted business partner to the leadership teamThe CandidateCA or CPA qualified with proven finance leadership experienceExperience owning a finance function within an SME, agribusiness, horticultural or asset-intensive environmentStrong capability across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cashflow managementExperience managing lender relationships and banking facilitiesCommercially minded with a genuine interest in understanding business operationsConfident operating autonomously and taking ownership of outcomesStrong stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credibility across all levels of a business
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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp & Carter
📍 Melbourne