Strengthen the financial backbone of a leading Canberra construction group
Manteena is an award‐winning construction group known for quality, innovation and delivery excellence. We are seeking an experienced Finance & Payroll Officer to play a critical role in delivering accurate financial processing, compliant payroll services and high‐quality reporting across multiple entities within the Manteena Group.
This role is ideal for a technically strong finance professional who values accuracy, enjoys variety, and wants to contribute to a stable, people‐focused organisation with long‐term career pathways.
Why join Manteena?
When you join Manteena, you become part of a supportive, professional team who value respect, accountability and continuous improvement. You'll enjoy:
* A stable business with a strong pipeline of secure work
* Work–life balance and flexible work arrangements
* A people‐first culture where your contribution truly matters
* Opportunities to modernise systems, enhance processes and influence positive change
* Genuine long‐term progression within a respected Canberra construction group
About the role
Reporting to the Assistant Accountant and collaborating closely with the CFO and broader finance team, you will deliver accurate financial processing, strong governance and reliable payroll operations across the organisation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing financial processing for allocated entities, including journals, reconciliations, accruals and preparing accounts to trial balance
* Producing accurate, timely month‐end reporting including schedules, variance analysis and insights
* Preparing and monitoring multi‐entity cashflow forecasts, including liquidity, creditor timing and intercompany movements
* Leading end‐to‐end payroll for approximately 150 employees, ensuring accuracy and full compliance with awards, legislation and statutory obligations (superannuation, ACIRT, LSL, STP, etc.)
* Maintaining strong internal controls and compliance with ATO, Fair Work and accounting standards
* Producing audit‐ready financial documentation
* Maintaining financial systems and creating clear, reliable Excel‐based reporting, dashboards and models
* Identifying process improvements, automation opportunities and system enhancements
* Providing accurate financial and payroll advice to stakeholders
* Maintaining asset registers, loan schedules, prepayments and other financial records
About you
You'll be a detail‐driven finance professional who thrives in a structured, multi‐entity finance environment.
Essential experience:
* Demonstrated bookkeeping/accounting experience in a multi‐entity environment
* Proven experience managing payroll for a medium‐sized workforce
* Strong technical accounting capability — reconciliations, month‐end, trial balance
* High proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, XLOOKUP, SUMIFS, modelling)
* Sound understanding of financial statements and accounting principles
* Excellent communication skills and ability to provide clear, accurate financial advice
* High attention to detail, accuracy and organisational capability
Desirable:
* Experience with construction industry payroll (ACIRT, LSL, allowances)
* Experience improving financial processes or systems
* Accounting/Finance qualification (Degree preferred; Cert IV minimum)
* Australian Citizenship or Permanent Residency
What we offer:
* 2x Health & Wellness "Me Days" per year
* Flexible work arrangements
* Employee bonus scheme
* Salary sacrifice options (superannuation & vehicle)
* Leadership development and mentoring
* Study assistance & ongoing professional development
* Health and wellness initiatives
* Regular social events
* A supportive, long‐tenured team culture
How to apply
If you feel you are a good fit for Manteena, click "I'm Interested" and submit your resume and cover letter addressing the above requirements of the position.
If you would like more information, please contact James Hoskins on 0461 537 609 for a confidential chat.
Manteena is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally diverse individuals, people with disability, and people of all genders and identities.
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