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Are you a pro with balance sheets, P&L statements, budgets, and billing? Do you have exceptional attention to detail, a strategic mindset, and enjoy working with innovative, forward-thinking professionals?
If you're looking to contribute your expertise at the forefront of the global beef industry, both in Australia and internationally, then this opportunity with the Australian Wagyu Association (AWA) might be your perfect fit.
We're currently seeking a highly qualified and experienced Senior Finance Officer (SFO) to lead our financial operations and support the continued growth of the AWA. In this pivotal role, you'll manage all aspects of financial planning, reporting, and oversight across our Australian operations and our U.S.-based subsidiary, the International Wagyu Corporation, located in Texas.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide strategic financial insights and recommendations to the CEO, executive team, and Board.
* Oversee financial management, budgeting, and reporting for both Australian and U.S. operations.
* Deliver commercial and financial analysis to support project evaluation and performance monitoring.
* Maintain and enhance a strong financial management framework, including policies and procedures.
* Ensure timely and accurate statutory and regulatory reporting in collaboration with key stakeholders.
* Lead forecasting, budgeting, and financial reporting functions across the organisation.
* Mentor and guide finance staff, fostering professional development and strong team performance.
* Build and manage relationships with senior management, external partners, and stakeholders.
* Manage accounts payable, receivables, collections, and financial approvals within AWA delegations.
* Monitor financial data integrity and resolve discrepancies effectively.
* Champion a culture of excellent service for both internal and external stakeholders.
Working at AWA:
* Our Finance team operates in a collaborative environment, working closely with the Member Services Team to support business operations and maintain financial accuracy. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a world-class agricultural organisation leading innovation in the Wagyu beef industry.
The Person
The successful applicant will possess:
1.Degree qualifications in accounting, business, commerce or a related field and be a full member of Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (Chartered Accountant) or Certified Practicing Accountants Australia (CPA).
2.Be an exceptional leader in strategic financial management and possesses high levels of expertise and leadership demonstrated by a minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role.
3.A demonstrated ability to apply problem solving and analytical skills to investigate and ensure the resolution of any issues within the parameters of policy frameworks is a requirement for this position.
Remuneration
The remuneration package will be set at a level commensurate with the skills and expertise of the incumbent, plus compulsory employer superannuation contributions.
Background
The Australian Wagyu Association (AWA) is rapidly developing its use of advanced genetic and genomic technologies to increase the rate of genetic gain in the Wagyu breed outside of Japan.Its primary objective is to deliver world leading innovation and development for the Wagyu industry, with our purpose being "for our members, for the industry". Our work is critically dependent on provision of accurate timely services, which revolves around value adding to complex DNA technologies and analysis of large data sets.Accurate and timely financial management is vital to the business along with increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of AWA administration and account management.
The organisation has expanded its business growth significantly and now operates offices within Australia (Armidale) to service 800 Australian members, along with an office in Texas USA (Fort Worth) to service almost 600 international Wagyu breeders across 40 countries.
Employment Arrangements
The person appointed to this position will be employed within the Australian Wagyu Association in Armidale, NSW, Australia.
Selection Criteria
You will be a leader with the following depth of experience and range of capabilities:
1.Degree in Commerce/Accounting with demonstrated experience in financial operations in a complex organisation. Experience in the administration of R&D project funds will be highly regarded, as will progress towards CPA membership.
2.Sound knowledge of and demonstrated experience with contemporary financial management practices with the ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures and legislative requirements.
3.Sound financial management to establish, monitor and report on financial targets in both short and longer term operating periods.
4.Demonstrated ability to establish corporate governance structures, policies and procedures to retain corporate knowledge and maintain operational performance.
5.Ability to work harmoniously with the AWA Staff, CEO and at times the AWA Board and its Sub-committees.
6.Experience in running and management of Payroll systems, leave and entitlements management.
7.Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills and a high degree of attention to detail, with a proven ability to use initiative, investigate issues, collect and analyse data and to make recommendations on solutions.
8.Proven organisational skills and ability to prioritise own workload and to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, meeting demanding deadlines and delivering high quality outcomes.
9.Demonstrated high level communication skills with experience producing various financial reports and an ability to consult and liaise effectively with stakeholders in a culturally diverse environment.
10.Highly developed computer skills, including proficiency using the MsOffice suite and accounting software together with experience with online data management systems including CRM systems.
11.Excellent written, oral and computer digital communications skills.
Highly desirable:
2.Knowledge of Corporations Law.
3.Passion for the rural sector.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Finance and Sales
* Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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