24th August, 2026

The Client

Our client is a large global organisation with an established presence across Australia and New Zealand.

The Chance

Reporting to the Head of Finance in the Corporate Accounting team, our client is looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join on an initial six‑month contract and provide senior, hands‑on support across the finance function.

This is an opportunity for someone who can hit the ground running, work confidently in a complex environment and take ownership from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

- Financial reporting under AASB/IFRS
- Group and management reporting
- Budgeting and forecasting support
- Financial controls and process improvement
- JVs, partnerships and project accounting
- Month‑end close, journals, reconciliations and variance analysis
- General ledger and intercompany accounting
- Oversight and support of junior finance staff
- Partnering with Finance, Operations and senior stakeholders

About You





We're looking for a CA/CPA qualified Finance Manager with 7+ years financial accounting experience gained within a large complex multinational environment.

Ideally, you’ll have:

- Strong month‑end and financial reporting experience
- Solid technical accounting and financial controls knowledge
- Recent SAP experience - essential
- Previous experience managing and supporting a team
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A practical, proactive approach and the ability to work autonomously

You’ll be someone who enjoys rolling up your sleeves, solving problems and getting things done.

What’s on Offer

- 6-month contract with potential for longer term opportunities
- Hourly rate circa $80 - $90 + Superannuation
- Hybrid working environment
- Sydney Inner West location, close to public transport and parking
- Immediate start
- Chance to join a complex global organisation

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📌 Interim Finance Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Ascendia Recruitment
📍 New South Wales