We are partnering with an established commercial organisation in the Northern Rivers to recruit a
Financial Operations Manager
to join their team in Ballina.
This is a key leadership position responsible for overseeing the day-to-day finance function, leading a team of three direct reports and ensuring the organisation has the financial information, systems and insights needed to make sound commercial decisions.
The Role
Working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders across the business, you will take ownership of the finance function while providing practical, commercially focused financial advice.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading, supporting and developing a finance team of three
Overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business
Preparing and reviewing management accounts and financial reporting
Managing budgeting, forecasting and cash flow
Monitoring financial performance and identifying trends, risks and opportunities
Providing meaningful financial analysis to support commercial decision-making
Ensuring strong financial controls, processes and governance
Overseeing compliance and statutory reporting requirements
Working collaboratively with operational leaders across the organisation
Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and reporting
Supporting senior leadership with financial planning and business initiatives
About You




We are looking for an experienced finance professional who can balance technical capability with a practical and commercial approach.
You will ideally bring:
Demonstrated experience in a senior finance, financial management or accounting role
Strong management accounting, budgeting, forecasting and reporting capability
Experience leading and developing a small finance team
The ability to analyse financial information and translate it into meaningful business insights
Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of how finance supports operational performance
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A proactive, solutions-focused approach
Relevant tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance or a related discipline
CA/CPA qualifications or equivalent would be highly regarded
The Opportunity
This is an excellent prospect for an experienced finance professional looking to take ownership of a finance function within an established commercial organisation.
Based in
Ballina
, you will join a business with a strong presence in the Northern Rivers and have the opportunity to work closely with senior leaders, influence business performance and lead a capable finance team.
If you are looking for a finance leadership role where you can combine your technical expertise, commercial thinking and people leadership skills, we would love to hear from you.
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📌 Financial Operations Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 The Shift People
📍 New South Wales