MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

Provide accurate and timely financial information to management, including review of project level profit & loss & branch dashboards

Manage key members of the Finance Team to ensure maximum efficiency & productivity of the team, whilst ensuring deadlines are met.

Provide support to the Business Controller for all finance matters, to ensure maximum efficiency, productivity & compliance within the team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & ACCOUNTABILITIES

Your responsibilities will include other tasks, which your Manager may instruct you to undertake from time to time.

Hire Contract Costing Investigation & Reporting

- Preparation, Review & Analysis of Job and Contract Profitability;

In conjunction with other Finance Team Members,
- Process month end journals for reclassification or coding corrections of job and project costs;
- Liaise with Branch Managers, Regional Operations Managers & Sales Personnel to investigate jobs with abnormally low or high profit margins.

Monthly Management Reporting

- Preparation, Review & Analysis of Monthly Profit & Loss and Balance Sheets;
- Preparation & Review of Individual Branch Dashboards and Profit & Loss Reports;
- Lodgement of Financial Information within Corporate Reporting System (currently GPS) within strict end of month deadlines.

Supervision of other Finance Team Members to ensure;
- Processing of month end journals for accruals & prepayments;
- Compliance with lease accounting AASB16 / IFRS16 standards and audit requirements.
- Preparation & Review of Balance Sheet Reconciliations within month end deadlines;

End of Year Reporting including External Audit

- Review of Balance Sheet Reconciliations and collation of supporting documentation to satisfy external audit requirements;
- Co-ordination of audit requests to ensure maximum efficiency and audit completion within deadlines.

Annual Budget Preparation In conjunction with other Finance Team members;

- Preparation of Annual Budgets for PNL, Balance Sheet, Cashflow and Capital Expenditure.

Cash Management and Company Credit Cards

- Regular Monitoring of Cash Balances to ensure appropriate balances are maintained
- Implement Process Changes to transfer Core Banking to Citibank, including investigation & testing of payment files, data exports for Accounts Receivable daily data import and modification of any other necessary processes.

Supervision of other Finance Team Members to ensure;
- Daily Bank Reconciliations are prepared for all company bank accounts
- Maintenance of Company Credit Card Facility, is kept up to date, including new card applications and cancellations as requested by authorised managers;
- Monthly expenditure listings are processed & correctly coded
- Monitor available limits for specific credit cards as requested from time to time;

Fixed Asset Management

Supervision of other Finance Team Members to ensure;

- Asset Inductions are completed within Insphire, including determination of appropriate depreciation rates and processing of general journals to move costs from clearing accounts;
- Processing of end of month depreciation journals, within end of month deadlines;
- Processing Asset Disposals within Insphire and Evolution to recognise profits or losses.

Australian Tax Office Compliance

Supervision of other Finance Team Members to ensure;

- Preparation,



Lodgement & Payment of Monthly GST and PAYG Instalment Returns;
- Preparation, Lodgement & Payment of Annual FBT Returns.

Project Work

- Resolve open Internal Audit findings, including implementation of new procedures and working with other area’s of the business to find optimum solutions for risk minimisation, where elimination is not possible.
- Support the Accounts Receivable Team to update & cleanse legacy PPSR registrations
- Provide suggestions for continuous improvement of Reporting & Processes across the Business.

Other

- Electronic and Physical Filing of supporting documentation in line with procedures;
- Adherence to company policies and procedures;
- Championing the NPE brand with a high-level of customer service through all interactions;
- Other tasks as required by your Manager.

Assistant Business Controller

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Assistant Business Controller, Local-FABL. You will be part of our XXX team reporting to [Hiring manager title]. In this role, your mission is to [briefly describe the main mission in one clear sentence]. You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Bring your curiosity to work as our next Assistant Business Controller. You will be part of our Finance team reporting to Azette Lonie. In this role, your mission is to work alongside the Business Controller you will play a key role in the financial success of NPE.You will contribute directly to how we create high‑quality products and solutions for our customers.

Your day-to-day

- Prepare, review and analyse monthly Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets and branch performance reports.
- Monitor project and contract profitability, identifying trends, risks and opportunities to improve business performance.
- Partner with Branch Managers, Regional Operations Managers and Sales Teams to investigate variances and provide commercial insights.
- Support the month-end reporting process, including journals, reconciliations, accruals and prepayments.
- Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting and cash flow planning activities.
- Coordinate financial reporting requirements and ensure compliance with internal and external reporting deadlines.

Your skills and experience

- Skills and Experience:

Essential:

- Minimum 10 years' experience in an accounting or finance role.
- Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business or Commerce.
- Strong understanding of financial reporting, management accounting and month-end processes.
- Proven experience preparing and reviewing financial reports, management accounts, Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience working with ERP or financial systems.
- Strong reconciliation, analytical, investigative and problem-solving skills with a high level of attention to detail.




- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the business.
- Demonstrated leadership experience, including coaching, mentoring and supporting team members in a positive and collaborative environment.
- Ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively as part of a team.
- High level of professionalism with a strict commitment to confidentiality.

Desirable:

- CA or CPA qualification (or working towards completion).
- Experience within a multi-site, operational or project-based business environment.
- Experience with audit processes, budgeting and forecasting.
- Knowledge of AASB16 / IFRS16 lease accounting requirements.

Your compensation and benefits

Perks:

We believe in providing a great employee experience. Therefore, we invest in perks, perks, and experiences to make the employee journey the best it can be. You will be offered the following benefits and more:

- Exclusive access to over 3,000 fitness and wellbeing discounts, including fitness, recovery services, retailers, resources, and health insurance.
- Flexible Working Arrangements including either rostered day off or working from home options.
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program for staff and immediate family (mental health support, financial and dietitian support).
- Novated Leasing Options

Your job location

This role offers a hybrid working arrangement, allowing you to split your time between working remotely and being on-site at our National Pump & Energy Branch located in Welshpool, Perth Western Australia.

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long‑term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act – we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Maddy Gardiner.

Benefits:

We believe in providing a great employee experience. Therefore, we invest in perks, benefits, and experiences to make the employee journey the best it can be. You will be offered the following benefits and more:

- Exclusive access to over 3,000 fitness and wellbeing discounts, including fitness, recovery services, retailers, resources, and health insurance.
- Flexible Working Arrangements including either rostered day off or working from home options.
- Complimentary Employee Assistance Program for staff and immediate family (mental health support, financial and dietitian support).
- Novated Leasing Options

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