Are you an experienced finance and payroll skilled who enjoys taking ownership, leading a team and improving the way things are done?

We are seeking a capable, hands‑on Finance & Payroll Manager to lead the finance and payroll functions of OnSite Recruitment and Colmed Services, two businesses within Foresite Group. This is a varied position combining financial accounting, high‑volume payroll, accounts payable and receivable, compliance and team leadership.

About us

Foresite Group is an Australian‑owned group of businesses delivering training, recruitment, workforce and medical services across Australia. OnSite Recruitment provides recruitment and labour hire solutions to industry, while Colmed Services delivers event and workplace medical services to clients nationally. Both businesses operate in fast‑paced environments where accurate payroll, strong financial controls and responsive service are essential.

About the role

Reporting to the Director – Workforce Services, you will lead a small team and take responsibility for the effective operation of the finance and payroll functions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

- Managing accurate and timely weekly payroll across multiple businesses, including compliance with Awards, Enterprise Agreements and employment legislation.
- Overseeing accounts payable, supplier payments and reconciliations.
- Managing customer invoicing, accounts receivable, debtor collections and cash receipts.
- Preparing and reviewing bank reconciliations, general ledger accounts, journals and month‑end financial information.
- Managing statutory requirements including BAS, PAYG, superannuation, STP and payroll tax.
- Leading,



supporting and developing the finance and payroll team.
- Maintaining effective financial controls and supporting management reporting, audits and compliance obligations.
- Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes, reporting and efficiency.

This is a hands‑on management role where you will be expected to understand the detail, support your team and ensure deadlines are consistently met.

About you

Ideally, you will bring:

- Demonstrated experience managing finance and payroll functions, including high‑volume payroll.
- Strong knowledge of Awards, Agreements, payroll legislation and employee entitlements.
- Solid accounting skills, including reconciliations, journals, month‑end processes and financial reporting.
- Experience managing accounts payable, receivable and debtor collections.
- A good understanding of payroll tax, superannuation, BAS and other statutory obligations.
- Experience supervising, coaching or leading finance and payroll staff.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills and the confidence to resolve complex issues.
- Experience with MYOB, Xero or FastTrack360 would be advantageous.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of an important business function within an established and expanding Australian group. You'll work directly with senior management, lead a dedicated team and have the opportunity to make meaningful improvements to the way our finance and payroll operations work. We are looking for someone who enjoys being involved in the day‑to‑day business, takes pride in getting things right and wants to contribute to the continued development of our businesses.

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📌 Finance & Payroll Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 Onsite Recruitment
📍 Melbourne