About us - the Sensor People

Leuze Electronics Pty Ltd is the Australian Subsidiary of LEUZE (Germany) a leading provider of innovative sensor and safety solutions, delivering cutting-edge technology to industrial and automation sectors globally. With a strong commitment to excellence, quality and customer satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner for businesses seeking reliable and intelligent automation solutions. Our company culture values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, making us an excellent place to develop your career in a agile and forward-thinking environment.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director and working closely with our German headquarters and National Sales Manager, you will take full ownership of the finance function while contributing to broader business operations and strategic decision-making.

As the sole finance professional in the Australian business, you will be involved in everything from month-end reporting and budgeting through to process improvement, business analysis, systems optimization, and supporting management decisions.

This is a role suited to someone who enjoys autonomy, accountability, and variety.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Management & Reporting

- Manage all accounting and finance activities for the Australian business

- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports

- Drive budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

- Ensure compliance with Australian accounting, taxation, and regulatory requirements

- Coordinate year-end audit requirements and statutory reporting

- Liaise with our German headquarters on financial reporting and business performance





Business Partnering

- Partner with the Managing Director and National Sales Manager to support strategic decision-making

- Provide commercial insights and performance analysis

- Identify opportunities to improve profitability and operational efficiency

- Support planning, business reviews, and growth initiatives

Systems & Process Improvement

- Drive continuous process improvement and automation initiatives

- Enhance reporting capabilities across the organization

- Develop meaningful dashboards and management reports

- Improve data quality, visibility, and business intelligence capabilities

- Prepare the business for SAP - Integration with HQ - Systems

Payroll & Administration

- Oversee payroll processes using Employment Hero Payroll

- Ensure payroll compliance and accuracy

- Support HR administration and employment-related reporting as required

About You

You are likely a CPA-qualified Financial Accountant or Senior Financial Accountant who is ready to step into a broader leadership role.

You enjoy being hands-on, have strong technical accounting capabilities, and are excited by the opportunity to influence the direction of a business.

You will bring

Essential

- CPA or CA qualification

- 5 years' experience in accounting and finance roles





- Strong financial accounting and management reporting skills

- Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management

- Advanced Excel and analytical skills and report writing skills ( Crystal R. SQL, PBI)

- Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities

- Experience managing month-end and year-end processes
- A proactive, self-sufficient, and accountable working style

Highly Regarded

- Experience with SAP Business One

- Power BI and/or Microsoft Fabric experience

- Proven success in process optimization and business automation

- Exposure to international or multinational organizations

- Experience working as a standalone finance professional

- Payroll knowledge and experience with Employment Hero Payroll

Why Join Us?

- Opportunity to become a key member of the local leadership team

- Broad role with influence well beyond finance

- Direct exposure to the part time Managing Director and international headquarters

- Autonomy to improve systems, processes, and reporting

- Stable and successful international business

- Supportive and but result focused workplace culture

- Genuine opportunity to shape the future direction of the company

What we offer

At Leuze Electronic we are committed to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where our employees can thrive. We offer a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, opportunities for professional development and career progression within a growing organization.

Apply now

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.

📌 Finance Manager (Dandenong)
🏢 Leuze Electronics
📍 Dandenong