About the company
Our client is an award-winning, South Australian advanced manufacturer and engineering business delivering cutting-edge technology to global sectors including Defence, Mining, and Oil & Gas.
Based in Adelaide's inner-west, they operate in a highly cooperative "grey collar" environment where executive offices and manufacturing facilities share the same site.
About the role
The Finance & Operations Manager will take on a broad, highly visible position reporting directly to the CEO.
This is a hands‐on role requiring a leader who is comfortable "rolling up their sleeves" and getting into the operational details of the business.
You will oversee financial sustainability and human resources while directly leading a diverse middle‐management team of up to 10 staff members.
About you
Demonstrated experience with the following duties will benefit your success:
Hands‐on financial management, reporting, and systems development.
Managing HR systems, compliance, recruitment, and employee relations.
Guiding an upcoming end-to-end ERP system transition.
Managing tax incentives, government grants, and R&D; funding.
Reviewing business contracts, insurances, and managing risk.
Collaborating with external accountants to advise on strategic growth.
Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business,



or a related discipline are essential, whilst CA/CPA qualifications are highly desirable.
You will possess a fun, friendly character, excellent communication skills, and a genuine desire to be an active part of a close‐knit team.
Why join?
Offering a highly competitive salary package plus superannuation, this role is perfect for a driven leader who enjoys being deeply involved in day‐to‐day operations rather than delegating from afar.
Our client offers a stable, team‐oriented, predominantly office‐based culture with occasional flexibility as needed.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all.
We actively encourage applications from any background.
experience
5 years
key responsibilities
Manage financial systems and compliance
Manage HR systems, compliance, and employee relations
Guide an upcoming end-to-end ERP system transition
Manage tax incentives and R&D; funding
Review business contracts and insurances
Support payroll processing and general accounting tasks
qualification
Bachelor's degree in Finance
Accounting
Business Administration
or related field
CPA
MBA or HR certification desirable
working at
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📌 Finance & Operations Manager (Adelaide)
🏢 Randstad
📍 Adelaide