AirH2O is a growing mechanical services and air conditioning company delivering commercial projects, maintenance, and service solutions across a range of industries. We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager or Senior Accountant to support our Directors and management team by overseeing the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a hands-on environment and wants to contribute to the continued growth and success of a well-established business.

About the Role

- Reporting directly to the Directors, you will be responsible for managing the finance function across the AirH2O Group, ensuring accurate financial reporting, effective cash flow management, statutory compliance, payroll oversight, and project accounting support. The successful candidate will work closely with management and project teams to provide reliable financial information and maintain strong financial controls across the business.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports.
- Manage month-end and year-end accounting processes.
- Maintain the general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with preparation of annual financial statements.
- Ensure financial records are maintained accurately and in accordance with accounting standards.

Cash Flow & Accounts Management

- Monitor daily cash flow and bank balances.
- Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions.
- Support debtor collection activities and aged receivables management.
- Assist with supplier payment scheduling and working capital management.

Budgeting & Financial Monitoring

- Prepare annual budgets.
- Monitor financial performance against budgets.
- Investigate and report on significant variances.




- Provide analysis and recommendations to management as required.

Project Accounting

- Monitor project costs, revenue and profitability.
- Assist with project budget tracking and cost reporting.
- Review progress claims, variations and project financial performance.
- Work with project team to improve project cost visibility and reporting.

Payroll & Compliance

- Oversee payroll processing and related reconciliations.
- Ensure compliance with Superannuation, Payroll Tax, GST, BAS, PAYG and other statutory obligations.
- Coordinate with external accountants and government agencies as required.
- Assist with workers compensation and insurance reporting requirements.

Systems & Process Improvement

- Support improvements to accounting systems and business processes.
- Contribute to the development of financial procedures and internal controls.
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy within the finance function.

About You

- Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or similar.
- CPA or CA qualified (or working towards qualification).
- Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a Senior Accountant, Finance Manager or similar role.
- Strong knowledge of Australian accounting and taxation requirements.
- Experience with Xero and advanced Excel skills.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Experience with project costing and job profitability reporting.
- Experience managing accounts staff.

What We Offer

- Stable, long-term career opportunity.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
- Exposure to a diverse range of financial and operational activities.
- Chance to work closely with Directors and contribute to business improvement.
- Competitive salary package based on experience.

📌 Finance Manager (Australia)
🏢 AirH2o
📍 Australia