Job Description
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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 solid market position through its commitment to customer service, engineering capability and operational performance.
n 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.
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nRole Summary n
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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 strong financial management.
n 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 opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making.
n The successful candidate will become a trusted advisor to the Managing Director, helping drive improved visibility, stronger commercial outcomes and ongoing business growth.
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nKey Responsibilities n
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Prepare monthly management reporting, forecasting and financial analysis
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Manage cashflow,



budgeting and financial planning activities
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Oversee payroll, BAS, GST and statutory compliance requirements
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Drive costing accuracy, margin analysis and profitability reporting
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Improve financial reporting, controls and business processes
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Support operational decision-making through meaningful commercial insights
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Liaise with external accountants, advisors and key stakeholders
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nSkills & Experience n
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Previous experience in a Finance Manager, Management Accountant or similar role
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Manufacturing experience strongly preferred
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Strong understanding of costing, inventory and WIP environments
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Experience with budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
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Commercially minded with robust analytical capability
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Hands-on approach with excellent attention to detail
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Strong communication skills and ability to partner with operational stakeholders
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CA/CPA qualified or working towards qualification highly regarded
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nWhat's In It For You? n
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Broad Finance Manager role with genuine influence across the business
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Direct access to the Managing Director and leadership team
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Opportunity to shape reporting, processes and commercial decision-making
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Stable and growing Australian manufacturing business
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Long-term career opportunity with scope to grow alongside the organisation
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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Hassett Group
📍 Melbourne