Laka Group is a South Australian civil construction company delivering a diverse range of infrastructure and civil works projects.

We are seeking an experienced, commercially minded and hands‑on Business Manager to take ownership of our financial management, human resources, compliance and business administration functions.

This is a key leadership position, working closely with the Managing Director and senior management team to support business performance, strengthen financial controls and drive operational improvements.

About the Role

As Business Manager, you will be responsible for the financial management and corporate operations of the business, combining strong technical accounting capabilities with broader business leadership responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

- Manage the general ledger and maintain accurate financial accounts through to trial balance.
- Calculate, prepare and post month‑end journals, including accruals, prepayments, depreciation and other adjusting entries.
- Manage the fixed asset register, including asset additions, disposals and depreciation calculations.
- Prepare monthly management accounts, financial statements and performance reports.
- Manage financial reporting across multiple entities, including intercompany transactions, reconciliations and loan accounts.
- Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and integrity of financial records.
- Manage budgeting, forecasting, cash flow reporting and financial analysis.
- Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and banking functions.
- Prepare and coordinate BAS, GST, payroll tax, superannuation and other statutory reporting obligations.
- Maintain strong internal financial controls and support external accountants with year‑end reporting.

Human Resources & Industrial Relations

- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, employment contracts and HR administration.
- Manage payroll compliance, employee entitlements and employment conditions.




- Maintain compliance with Modern Awards, the Fair Work Act and relevant employment legislation.
- Support performance management, workforce planning and employee development.
- Maintain and improve HR policies and procedures.

Governance, Compliance & Business Operations

- Maintain and improve the company's Integrated Management System (IMS), policies and compliance frameworks.
- Coordinate regulatory compliance, including ReturnToWorkSA requirements.
- Provide financial and operational reporting to the Managing Director.
- Identify opportunities to improve business systems, reporting and internal processes.
- Work closely with project manager and operational teams to support commercial and business objectives.
- Drive continuous improvement and maintain effective business controls.

Systems & Technical Proficiency

Xero – Advanced (Essential):

Extensive experience managing general ledgers, payroll, reconciliations, month‑end journals, fixed assets and financial reporting.

Microsoft Excel – Advanced (Essential):

Strong capability in complex formulas, pivot tables, financial modelling, reconciliations and management reporting.

Smartsheet:

Experience using Smartsheet for workflow management, reporting, tracking and process improvement.

Varicon or similar project management software:

Experience with construction project management systems for project tracking, purchase orders, commitments and cost reporting.

Ability to identify opportunities for system integration, automation and improved reporting efficiency.

About You

We are looking for an experienced Business Manager with solid financial accounting skills who is equally comfortable preparing month‑end journals and financial reports as they are managing HR, compliance and broader business operations.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

- Proven experience in a Business Manager, Finance Manager or senior finance and operations role.
- Strong technical accounting skills, with demonstrated experience managing accounts independently through to trial balance.

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