Townley Drop Forge Pty Ltd – Coburg North VIC

Townley Forging & Engineering is an established Australian manufacturing business based in Coburg North.

We manufacture a premium range of forged and engineered components for customers across a range of industries where performance and reliability are paramount. We have a close-knit and skilled working environment with a strong culture of respect, accountability and practical problem-solving.

When quality and performance matter, choose Townley, you can depend on us.

About the Role:

The Finance Manager is a senior, hands-on role supporting our General Manager and working closely with the Board, with responsibility for the day-to-day management and delivery of Townley’s finance and administration functions. In addition to overseeing the broader finance function, you will personally undertake key accounting and reporting activities including month-end, management reporting and payroll.

Key Accountabilities:

Take ownership of the finance function and deliver accurate, timely reporting to the GM and Board;

Lead the month-end close and provide meaningful financial and commercial insight;

Manage cash flow, working capital and key financial controls;

Manage and support our Office Manager; and

Support the GM and Board across broader commercial, administrative and governance matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Prepare monthly management accounts, budgets, forecasts and Board reporting;

Manage inventory, WIP and product costing;

Process and manage end-to-end payroll using MYOB AccountRight;

Manage BAS, payroll tax,



superannuation and other statutory obligations;

Oversee AP, AR, banking and cash requirements;

Lead the ongoing use and development of Acumatica; and

Coordinate external accountants, banks, insurers, IT providers and other advisers.

The ideal candidate:

You will be a CA or CPA qualified Finance Manager or Financial Controller with at least five years’ relevant post-qualification experience, ideally within an SME environment.

You will bring strong commercial acumen, solid technical accounting skills and a genuinely hands-on approach. Manufacturing experience, particularly across inventory, WIP and product costing, will be highly regarded.

You will also be a confident communicator with sound judgement, strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively with the GM, Board and broader business.

Why join Townley?

This is a permanent part-time opportunity, ideally suited to someone seeking a four-day week with flexibility around how those hours are structured. You’ll have the opportunity to take genuine ownership of the finance function, work closely with the GM and Board, and make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing growth, performance and development of the business.

For further information about us, please visit our website https://www.townleydropforge.com.au/.

To be considered, applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

Please note, we are conducting this selection process directly and will not be accepting applications or approaches from recruitment agencies.

📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 TOWNLEY DROP FORGE
📍 Melbourne