ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a well-established Australian manufacturing business with a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation and technical excellence. Operating within a highly specialised environment, the business supplies products and solutions to a diverse range of industrial sectors and has built a strong market position through its commitment to customer service, engineering capability and operational performance. With continued investment in people, systems and processes, the business is now seeking a commercially minded Finance Manager to support its next phase of growth.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the finance function and play a key role in supporting business performance through accurate reporting, commercial insights and robust financial management. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys working closely with operations and being involved in the day-to-day running of the business. The role offers broad exposure across financial reporting, cashflow management, costing, compliance and process improvement, while also providing the chance to contribute to strategic decision-making. The successful candidate will become a trusted advisor to the Managing Director, helping drive improved visibility, stronger commercial outcomes and ongoing business growth.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Prepare monthly management reporting,



forecasting and financial analysis
Manage cashflow, budgeting and financial planning activities
Oversee payroll, BAS, GST and statutory compliance requirements
Drive costing accuracy, margin analysis and profitability reporting
Improve financial reporting, controls and business processes
Support operational decision-making through meaningful commercial insights
Liaise with external accountants, advisors and key stakeholders
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant or similar role
Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
Strong understanding of costing, inventory and WIP environments
Experience with budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
Commercially minded with solid analytical capability
Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail
Strong communication skills and ability to partner with operational stakeholders
CA/CPA qualified
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Broad Finance Manager role with genuine influence across the business
Direct access to the Managing Director and leadership team
Opportunity to shape reporting, processes and commercial decision-making
Stable and growing Australian manufacturing business
Long-term career opportunity with scope to grow alongside the organisation
Finance Manager | Manufacturing, Commercial Finance & ERP Transformation
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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 The Hassett Group
📍 Melbourne