Highly successful construction and property group based on the city fringe is seeking a finance manager to oversee the finance function for the construction brand.

This is a great prospect to work with a business that has a progressive and engaging culture. They look after their people and set them up for success.

The business is going through an exciting expansion period, entering new growth markets and upgrading systems to make the business even more efficient.

About the Role

The Finance Manager is primarily responsible for the day-to-day finance function of the construction business for a large property group based on the city fringe. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, the Finance Manager will drive weekly, monthly, and annual financial reporting and analysis, and manage a team. The role will business partner with various internal stakeholders and be pivotal in providing accurate and effective financial reporting and insights to assist with strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage a team or 3 direct reports
- Trusted business partner role supporting the General Manager and leadership team with analysis and financial insights
- Strategic liaison with key internal stakeholders
- Conduct weekly cash forecasting and present to the management team
- Perform cash flow and financial analysis, highlighting movements and variances to forecasts
- Complete ad hoc financial modelling to support the business with growth opportunities
- Oversee the financial accounting function including month-end and year-end financial reporting




- Assist the Management team with long term budgeting and forecasting process
- Prepare monthly management reports and board packs for the business
- Manage Work In Progress (WIP) including accounting, reporting and analysis
- Oversee daily cash management, optimising cashflow for working capital needs
- Lead the annual year-end compliance process and be the primary point of contact with external accountants and advisors

Background

- Construction industry/property development industry background in a similar senior finance leader role
- Open to 1st mover manager level from 2nd tier accounting firms (business services). That have worked with construction or property development clients.
- Ability to provide in depth financial analysis and present in meetings with senior stakeholders
- Excellent communication across all levels
- Sound problem solving skills
- Proven ability to drive outcomes
- Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, time management, and organisational skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Business or Accounting and CA or CPA qualified
- Highly strategic role
- Take ownership of the whole construction business from a finance perspective
- Work closely with the senior management team and influence decision making
- Career progression and development opportunity
- Hybrid environment - work 1 day per week from home
- Supportive and dynamic team and business culture
- Good social aspect working for a business that celebrates success

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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Cachet Recruitment
📍 Melbourne