About the company
Our client is a family-owned, entrepreneurial distributor of leading gaming accessory and toy brands, selling into Australia's major retailers. They hold exclusive rights to a portfolio of well-known brands and run end-to-end marketing for each one, which sets them apart in the market. The business has grown rapidly in recent years and continues to expand into new brands and categories. The culture is flat, collaborative and fast-paced, with no egos, strong family values and a team that works hard and enjoys what it does.

About the role
Reporting to the Managing Director, you will run the finance function day to day and lead a small team of two, while staying hands-on across payroll, month-end and reporting. Cash flow sits at the heart of the role. You will manage cash flow and forecasting, make the most of the business's funding facilities and help put new financing in place to support growth.

You will work closely with the Directors on margin improvement, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, and provide clear insight into the drivers of performance. The role also covers import and distribution costs, including freight, FX and 3PL warehousing, along with month-end, BAS for Australia and New Zealand, the annual audit and compliance. The business runs on MYOB Acumatica, and you will continually look for ways to improve processes, automate tasks and build integrations.

About you
You are a CPA or CA-qualified finance professional with experience as a Finance Manager or similar in a product-based import and distribution business, ideally in consumer electronics, gaming, toys or licensed products. You understand imports, exports, freight forwarding, FX and 3PLs, and have experience in high-SKU businesses selling into major retailers.



You bring strong cash flow management skills, ideally with exposure to invoice or trade finance, and a track record of improving margins. You are hands-on, confident challenging the business constructively and comfortable in a fast-moving private company. Strong Excel and systems skills are essential, and experience with larger ERPs, Phocas or Fathom will be well regarded. The role is based in South Yarra, with three days in the office and two from home.

Why join the business
This is an opportunity to own the finance function in a quick-growing business, working directly with the Directors on decisions that shape its future. You will have real influence over cash flow, funding and margin strategy as the business expands into new brands, while working with well-known gaming and toy brands in a vibrant, product-focused industry. You will lead and develop a small, capable finance team within a flat, collaborative and supportive culture built on family values and no egos. The role offers a competitive salary plus a performance bonus, and hybrid working with three days in the South Yarra office and two from home.

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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Six Degrees Executive
📍 Melbourne