Our client is an independent creative agency group running several agencies under one roof. They're looking for a hands-on Finance Manager who likes owning the numbers as much as explaining them.
You'll run the day-to-day finance function across multiple entities, working closely with the Group Head of Financial Operations. You'll bring rigour to the detail and keep things moving for the creative and account teams, and you'll be the person they come to when they want to understand what the numbers mean.
What you'll own
Month-end close across all entities, including reconciliations, journals, reporting and commentary
Group consolidation, intercompany reconciliations, recharges and cost allocations
WIP and revenue recognition across all entities, working closely with the client accountants
Management reports and variance analysis against budget and forecast
Cashflow forecasting, budgeting and P&L; reporting
Preparation and lodgement of BAS/GST, PAYG and FBT
AP, AR, invoicing accuracy, staff expenses, debt collection and credit control
Weekly working capital and accurate general ledger allocations
Where you'll add value
Acting as the bridge between finance and non-finance teams, explaining financial concepts clearly
Providing commercial input into budgeting, forecasting and resource planning
Spotting opportunities for margin and efficiency gains




Supporting financial modelling and scenario planning for strategic decisions
Improving financial policy, systems and processes
Mentoring junior finance staff and supporting recruitment and onboarding
Partnering with HR and ops on payroll, expenses and resourcing
About you
Ideally CA or CPA qualified, with 5 years' experience in agency, media, PR or professional services
Experience with Xero and Scoro (Accountability Access highly regarded)
A solid understanding of financial systems, controls and compliance
Highly detail-oriented, with strong time management and problem-solving skills
Commercially astute and comfortable interpreting complex data
A collaborative, confident communicator with a hands-on approach
Why this role
This is a role with genuine ownership. You'll lead group reporting and consolidation, shape how finance works across a creative business, and help build financial literacy and commercial awareness in the teams around you.
The Culture
Our client is values-driven and believes great financial leadership enables creative ambition — not constrains it. They're looking for someone who leads with integrity, curiosity and empathy, and who sees finance as a growth enabler, not just a governance function.
This is a business where collaboration is genuine, performance is valued, and people are given the space to do their best work.
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📌 Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 the human
📍 Melbourne