Job Description

Bright & Duggan Group | St Leonards, Sydney NSW | Full Time

Lead a Specialised Finance Function. Shape the Future of Complex Scheme Advisory. n

We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead and grow our specialised finance capability supporting Building Management Committees (BMCs), Building Management Groups (BMGs), mixed-use developments, community associations and other complex property structures.

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This is a unique opportunity for a technically strong finance professional who wants to combine advisory, leadership, stakeholder management and commercial outcomes within a growing and highly specialised business.The Opportunity

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Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will lead both the operational delivery and strategic development of our Specialised Strata Finance & Advisory function. You'll act as the subject matter expert for complex financial governance, funding structures, allocation methodologies and stakeholder advisory services.

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You will partner with committees, developers, strata managers and senior stakeholders to deliver practical financial solutions while helping establish Bright & Duggan as a recognised leader in specialised scheme finance.

About the Role: Strategic & Advisory Leadership n

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- Lead financial governance and advisory services across complex schemes and property structures.
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- Influence key stakeholders on funding, levy structures, reserve adequacy and governance matters.
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- Support tenders, proposals and business development activities.
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- Design scalable frameworks, methodologies and service offerings.
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- Identify business opportunities and emerging financial risks.
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Technical Finance & Governance nn
- Oversee specialised finance processes, reporting and financial controls.
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- Review and approve journals, reconciliations, accruals, prepayments and year-end adjustments.
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- Ensure compliance with AASB and IFRS accounting standards.
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- Lead audit engagement activities and complex accounting assessments.
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- Resolve significant allocation, revenue and governance issues.
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Leadership & Capability Building nn
- Mentor and develop finance team members.
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- Build advisory capability and reduce key-person dependency.
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- Drive process improvement, automation and technology adoption.
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- Partner across finance, technology and operational teams to improve capability and efficiency.
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About You n

You are a commercially minded finance leader who enjoys solving complex problems and building stakeholder relationships.

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- CA or CPA qualified (or nearing completion) with significant relevant experience.
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- Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance or Commerce.
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- Minimum 5 years' experience within finance, accounting, advisory or property-related environments.
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- Experience managing complex financial processes and stakeholder relationships.
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- Proven ability to communicate financial concepts to non-finance audiences.
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- Experience leading projects, initiatives and process improvements.
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Highly Desirable Backgrounds : nn
- Big 4 Accounting Firms including PwC, KPMG, Deloitte and EY
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- Big 4 Audit or Consulting professionals with significant property sector exposure
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- Property advisory, infrastructure, development or commercial real estate finance environments
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- Commercial Finance Managers
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- Senior Property Accountants with solid business partnering experience
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- Finance Business Partners within property-related industries
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- Professionals looking to transition from consulting into their first industry leadership role.
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You will:

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- Establish robust governance and reporting frameworks.
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- Build credibility as the trusted advisor on complex scheme finance matters.
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- Develop and mentor a high-performing specialised finance team.
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- Improve efficiency through process optimisation and automation.
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- Drive commercial outcomes while maintaining exceptional client service.
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Why Join us? n

Opportunity to help shape a growing specialist finance and advisory capability

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Exposure to complex and interesting property structures

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Genuine influence on the future direction of the function

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Hybrid and flexible working arrangements

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Ongoing learning and professional development

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Salary sacrifice novated lease options

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Employee Assistance Program

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First Aid and Mental Health First Aid Officers

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Wellness initiatives

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Employee referral program

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Recognition and reward events

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Birthday leave

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Annual company celebrations

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📌 Finance Manager (Sydney)
🏢 Bright & Duggan Property Group
📍 Sydney