About Stannards

Stannards is a leading business advisory and accounting firm known for doing things differently. Our approach sets us apart from the way we innovate and use systems, to how we mentor, collaborate and support each other.

We are passionate about exploring better solutions and delivering better outcomes for our clients, because their success is our success. We take pride in the work we do and in creating a dynamic, supportive and expert environment where our people can thrive. As a result of this approach, Stannards is experiencing strong growth and is now ranked within the AFR’s Top 50 chartered accounting and advisory firms.

The Opportunity

As Stannards continues to grow nationally, we are seeking a Finance Manager to take ownership of our day-to-day finance function while helping build the capability, systems and reporting required to support our continued expansion.

Reporting to the General Manager, Finance & Operations and working closely with the Chief Financial and Operations Officer, senior leadership and the Board, you will oversee financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, payroll, statutory compliance, treasury, audit and financial controls.

As the business expands, the role will take increasing responsibility for group consolidation and reporting across multiple entities, including acquired businesses, with a clear pathway towards Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Planning

- Prepare monthly management reporting and the Stannards management dashboard.

- Monitor WIP, debtors and lock-up against agreed benchmarks and escalate material issues.

- Prepare financial information for Board and investor reporting.

- Analyse performance against budget, forecast and prior year, including commentary on material variances.





Finance Operations & Compliance

- Prepare cash flow forecasts and monitor working capital requirements.

- Support annual budgeting, periodic reforecasting and overhead cost control.

- Oversee the accurate and timely processing of payroll and associated controls.

- Ensure BAS, FBT, payroll tax, superannuation and other statutory obligations are completed accurately and on time.

- Manage day-to-day banking, payment approvals, bank mandates, debt arrangements and covenant reporting.

Controls, Leadership & Growth

- Manage the annual external audit, month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls.

- Lead, support and develop the Accounts Manager and oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and trust account processing.

- Take increasing responsibility for group consolidation and financial reporting across multiple entities.

- Help transition acquired businesses onto Stannards finance processes and identify opportunities to improve reporting and processing through automation and AI.

About You

You are a commercially minded, hands-on finance professional who combines strong technical capability with a practical and improvement-focused approach. Highly organised and accurate, you are comfortable managing competing deadlines and communicating confidently with senior leaders, Board members and external advisers.

Skills and Experience:

- CA or CPA qualified





- At least five years' relevant finance experience, including financial and management reporting, payroll and statutory compliance.

- Strong working knowledge of Australian financial, tax and payroll compliance requirements.

- Experience managing month-end processes, balance sheet reconciliations, budgeting and cash flow forecasting.

- Experience with multi-entity environments and group consolidation is highly regarded.

- Experience in professional services, accounting firms or private equity-backed businesses is highly regarded.

- Proficiency in cloud accounting and payroll systems, with strong Excel skills.

Why Join Stannards?

Stannards is a fast-growing business with an ambitious national growth strategy. This role offers the opportunity to play an important part in building and scaling the finance function as the organisation becomes larger and more complex.

As our Finance Manager, you'll have exposure to senior leadership and Board-level reporting, an increasingly complex multi-entity environment, and the opportunity to develop towards Financial Controller as the group grows.

Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you'll enjoy a collaborative culture, ongoing career development, 3 Wellbeing Days per year, up to 8 weeks Paid Parental Leave, access to our Employee Assistance Program, and regular social and community initiatives.

Ready to make an impact?

If you're looking for a hands-on finance leadership role where you can take ownership of the day-to-day finance function while helping shape how it scales for future growth, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

📌 Finance Manager (South Yarra)
🏢 Stannards Accountants and Advisors
📍 South Yarra