The Family Co is bringing our accounting function in-house, and we're looking for an experienced Finance Manager to lead the transition and own our day-to-day finances. This is a rare prospect to build a finance function from the ground up, working closely with our CEO.
About Us
The Family Co is a grassroots not-for-profit community organisation based in Jannali, NSW, serving families across Southern Sydney. We exist so that all children and families have a safe home, strong connections, and opportunities to thrive. We deliver family support, domestic and family violence support, education and training, youth programs, and Aboriginal support services from our Jannali and Hurstville offices.
About the role:
Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the Finance Manager provides critical financial leadership to support the organisation's sustainability, integrity and compliance.
This position combines strategic financial leadership with operational excellence. You will work closely with the CEO, leadership team, Board and program managers, providing high-quality financial oversight that supports mission-driven decision making and effective service delivery. Key role responsibilities include:
Run fortnightly payroll and manage accounts payable and receivable
Prepare statutory financial statements, funding acquittals and compliance reports
Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for inclusion in Board papers
Partner with the CEO on budgeting and budget reporting and forecasting processes
Help shape how our finance function runs as it moves in-house
Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning
Lead organisational budgeting and forecasting processes
Develop financial models, scenario planning and variance analysis




Support funding submissions and program cost modelling
Provide strategic financial advice to support organisational decision making
Strengthen and maintain financial controls and governance frameworks
Ensure compliance with accounting standards and funding requirements
Manage GST, FBT and payroll-related obligations
Systems & Process Improvement
Optimise financial systems and processes
Drive advanced utilisation ofXeroto improve efficiency and reporting
Cashflow & Treasury Management
Manage organisational cashflow and liquidity
Develop cashflow forecasting and sustainability reporting
Oversee banking and payment processes
Leadership & Business Partnering
Partner with program leaders to support service delivery and funding outcomes
Provide financial guidance to the CEO, Executive Team and Board
Contribute to strategic planning and organisational growth initiatives
What you'll bring
University degree in Accounting and CA/CPA qualification
Demonstrated experience as a Finance Manager, or equivalent, leading a finance function and reporting into a CEO
Experience with government funding acquittals (highly regarded, not essential)
Advanced proficiency inXero and spreadsheet skills(essential) and comfortable learning new payroll systems
Highly detail-oriented with a strong sense of accuracy
Confidence working independently and taking initiative
Experience managing audits, budgets and financial reporting cycles
Current Working with Children Check
Satisfactory National Criminal Record Check
Not-for-profit experience is a bonus, not a requirement
Circa $150,000 FTE including Superannuation (pro rata for a 4-day week)
A genuinely independent role with direct CEO access
The chance to shape a finance function from day one
Based in Jannali, NSW
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📌 Finance Manager (Sydney)
🏢 The Family
📍 Sydney