Job Description Who We Are...
ELMO is The Complete AI Workforce Platform built for Australia's mid‐market organisations and trusted by 1.2 million employees.
Founded in 2002, ELMO is the trusted HR software provider to thousands of organisations across Australia, New Zealand and the UK. We're on a mission to release HR's full potential, through software automation, analytics, and world‐class customer support. Through powerful technology, automation, data and analytics, ELMO Software empowers HR professionals to play an integral role in company decision making.
About the Opportunity
Reporting to the CFO, the Head of Financial Reporting is responsible for the production of the annual financial statements, monthly management reports liaising with the F,P&A team, tax compliance/governance, treasury and overseeing the technical support and control of the accounting system. This role will oversee all aspects of financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and transparency in ELMO's financial statements and disclosures. The Head of Financial Reporting will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing ELMO's financial reporting strategy, maintaining effective communication with internal stakeholders, and adhering to regulatory standards. Working closely with the entire Finance and Accounting staff, this role includes report production, excel spreadsheet analysis, project management and liaison with Executives.
Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Statutory Compliance
* Lead the end‐to‐end preparation of accurate, timely financial statements (GAAP/IFRS) and regulatory reports.
* Oversee tax compliance, governance, and audit relationships while providing the CFO and VP with data‐driven insights and ad hoc reporting.
Treasury & Cash Management
* Direct global cash flow, liquidity, and working capital strategies. This includes optimizing accounts payable/receivable, managing the treasury function, and implementing a global banking platform to ensure operational stability.
Strategic Financial Operations
* Partner with senior leadership to develop financial strategies that support business growth. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and provide recommendations that guide high‐level decision‐making.
Risk Management & Internal Controls
* Develop, monitor, and refine robust internal control frameworks and financial reporting systems. Ensure strict adherence to financial regulations and standards to safeguard company assets and maintain reporting integrity.
Team Leadership & System Optimization
* Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. In collaboration with IT, drive the enhancement and integration of financial systems to maintain industry best practices and operational accuracy.
Life & Culture Benefits
At ELMO you will be joining an epic team with the opportunity to make a big impact. We foster an authentic, collaborative, fun working environment and being an ELMOnian means you're part of an amazing team that will push you to grow, support you with challenges and allow you to shine.
* Onsite Barista
* Dog Friendly Offices
* Paid Parental leave - 12 weeks primary, 6 weeks secondary
* Birthday leave, YOU day each year, as well as connecting people leave (up to 2 weeks working from anywhere)
* Inhouse Learning and Development initiatives
* ELMO Social and Diversity clubs
* Wellbeing initiatives such as boot camp, yoga etc.
* Mental Health/EAP programs
* Flare Benefits (great discounts, novated leasing, salary sacrifice)
Our Values
* Reimagine What's Possible - We believe innovation is human at its core. By staying open, fearless, and adaptive, we continuously push boundaries - while keeping people at the heart of everything we do.
* Obsess over Customers – Everything we do is designed to positively impact our customers.
* Help Others Thrive - Be they colleagues, communities or customers, we champion ways to help others thrive.
* Be Fearlessly Optimistic - We bring unwavering positivity to any challenge, as we know it will drive meaningful change.
Please note: Our internal Talent Acquisition team has got this covered, we're not open to using an agency for this role.
ELMO Software Pty Ltd is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to join our team. We are also committed to advancing reconciliation at ELMO through our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).
At ELMO, we are passionate about empowering HR with responsible, secure and safe AI, aiming to be among the first in Australia and New Zealand to achieve ISO 42001:2023 certification. Handling sensitive employee data necessitates strict adherence to our ISO 27001:2022 Certified security policies, making data privacy and security paramount in every role.
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