About the role

This is a part time role of 3 days per week, based at our farm at Mount Mercer.

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with department managers and the corporate team, you'll lead the finance function and be a trusted adviser to the business. Your responsibilities will include:

Leading the finance function

- Oversee the finance department, setting goals and the framework to meet them

- Own month-end and year-end close, including system reconciliations and accruals

- Ensure all statutory obligations are met: income tax, FBT, payroll tax, superannuation, GST, WorkCover and ASIC

- Maintain compliance with accounting standards, company policies and current tax law

Reporting and analysis

- Produce accurate, timely monthly management reports (P&L;, balance sheet and cash flow)

- Report on and interpret key business and performance indicators, including multi-site cost of production

- Prepare divisional and management reports for the Executive team and Board, including variance analysis against budget and forecast

- Analyse short- to medium-term cash flow, identify risks and develop mitigation strategies

Planning and commercial

- Lead the annual budget and forecasting process, coordinating information across business units

- Make financial and investment recommendations that support the long-range strategic plan

- Manage commercial leases, contracts and risk controls





- Manage relationships with banks, legal advisers, external accountants and auditors

About you To be considered, you'll bring:

- At least 5 years' experience in accounting and finance, ideally in private enterprise

- Experience in an equivalent Finance Manager role, including managing people, systems and projects
- A tertiary qualification in business, accounting or finance; CA or CPA membership preferred

- Finance experience in agriculture or manufacturing (preferred)

- A track record of partnering with managers to improve decisions and operations
- The ability to influence change in a practical, delivery-focused culture

- Confidence working with stakeholders at management, Executive and Board level

What's in it for you

- A senior role that fits around life: 3 days per week
- A genuine seat at the management table, reporting directly to the CEO
- The chance to make the role your own: streamline, develop and improve how finance supports the business
- A close-knit team in a respected Australian brand

- $72,000 – $87,000 super, based on $120,000 – $145,000 full-time equivalent

How to apply

Click Apply now and submit your CV and a cover letter that addresses the skills and experience above.

Applications will be reviewed as they arrive, so we encourage you to apply early. Applications close on 10/12/2026

📌 Finance Manager (Mount Mercer)
🏢 Western Plains Pork
📍 Mount Mercer