$120,000 – $140,000 per year pro-rata + Super
Catalyst IT Australia is a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, dedicated to empowering businesses in the digital age. We foster a dynamic and diverse culture that values collaboration, integrity and excellence.
Role Overview
We're seeking an experienced hands-on Finance Manager to join our growing business on a part-time basis. This brand-new role will be pivotal in building financial maturity, preparing and managing month-end processes, implementing robust controls and elevating our reporting and insight capabilities. You'll be the go-to finance expert for all local accounting matters, working closely with our Head of Internal Services and liaising with our Group Finance team as needed.
Key Responsibilities
Month-End & Close Processes
Prepare and post journals, reconcile balance sheet accounts, and produce timely P&L and balance sheet reports
Collaborate with administrative staff to ensure accuracy of the general ledger
Reduce month end close time through process improvement
Treasury management
Design, document, and roll out internal controls and accounting policies tailored to our local requirements
Coordinate with external advisors, our banks, auditors and tax authorities on local compliance matters and audit requests.
Management Reporting & Analysis
Develop standardised monthly management reports, dashboards and KPI tracking
Provide insightful variance analysis and financial commentary to inform strategic decisions to management and the Board
Perform ad hoc financial analysis e.g. profitability of a client or service, salary reviews, dividend payments, Business development and account management financial support
Provide commercial analysis eg pricing and contract terms, review of potential investments
Inform key decisions with financial data
Budgeting & Forecasting
Lead and prepare the annual budgeting process and periodic re-forecasts.
Work alongside the business to translate operational plans into financial forecasts
Perform medium term balance sheet and cash flow forecasting
Perform short term liquidity forecasting
Process Improvement & Systems
Identify and implement process enhancements, automation opportunities, and best-practice workflows
Recommend and, where appropriate, configure finance systems or tools to support scalable growth
Ad Hoc Projects & Support
Partner with Group Finance on complex accounting transactions, inter-company reconciliations, and policy interpretations
Drive finance-related initiatives—from cost-saving reviews to ad hoc analysis—that bolster our financial health
Skills & Experience
Professional Qualifications
CA or equivalent accounting qualification
Technical Expertise
Minimum 5 years' experience in a hands-on finance role (a plus if within a scaling business)
Strong working knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), IFRS, and local tax and compliance regulations (including BAS, GST, FBT, and payroll obligations)
Proven track record in month-end close, financial controls, budgeting and forecasting and management reporting
Advanced spreadsheet skills; familiarity with some ERP/accounting platforms
Analytical & Process-Oriented
Exceptional attention to detail, with a continuous-improvement mindset
Ability to translate data into clear insights and actionable recommendations
Strong interpersonal skills; comfortable influencing non-finance stakeholders
Experience liaising with external auditors, bank and tax advisors
Self-Starter & Adaptable
Comfortable working autonomously in a fast-paced, evolving environment
Demonstrated ability to build processes from scratch and drive change
Working Arrangements
Part-Time: Three days per week, with flexibility on which days to ensure optimal team coverage
Location: Remote
Why Join Us?
Be the founding finance leader in a dynamic, growing company
Shape the financial framework and controls that underpin our next phase of growth
Work alongside a supportive Head of Internal Services and a collaborative Group Finance team
Enjoy the flexibility of a part-time schedule and the variety of a hands-on role
** We will only respond to applications from individuals and will not enter into correspondence with recruitment agents.
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