Shape the Financial Future of a High-Growth Media Startup
Mining.com.au is one of Australia's fastest-growing digital media companies - a Gold Coast–based startup redefining mining news with innovation, energy, and scale. After an explosive growth phase, we're now looking for a Finance Manager to build, own, and lead our finance function.
This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll create structure, drive strategy, and become the financial engine behind a company expanding across Australia, Canada, and beyond.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
* Be part of a high-growth, ambitious startup with international momentum
* Work directly alongside the CEO and leadership team
* Build finance systems, processes, and strategy from the ground up
* Huge career-growth runway in a rapidly scaling business
* Contribute to a company shaping the future of mining media, investor relations, and corporate development
Why This Role Exists
With rapid growth comes operational complexity. We now manage:
* High client volumes
* Large recurring revenue cycles
* A significant accounts receivable backlog
* International clients (especially Canada)
* Share-for-services arrangements
* R&D projects
* Contract variations and renewals
We need a Finance Manager who can take ownership of:
Contracts, invoicing, receivables, share-based billing, renewals, compliance, documentation, and back-office structure.
Your work will directly improve:
* Cashflow
* Financial accuracy
* Forecasting
* R&D returns
* Contract compliance
* Share issuance recovery
* Internal coordination
* Client experience
Key Responsibilities
1. Accounts Receivable
* Monitor and follow up overdue invoices (email + phone)
* Build strong relationships with client accounts teams
* Negotiate payment plans where needed
* Maintain a weekly Aged Receivables dashboard
* Escalate early and reduce debtor days across the business
2. Contracts Administration
* Issue Client Service Agreements and track signatures
* Maintain a central contract register and renewal calendar
* Manage special conditions, variations, and deliverables
* Align editorial/video outputs with contracted scope
* Coordinate closely with Sales to ensure compliant onboarding
3. Share-Based Billing (ASX, TSX, CSE)
* Manage all share-for-services deals
* Maintain a Shares Receivable Register
* Liaise with listed companies and transfer agents
* Coordinate board resolutions and issuance paperwork
* Follow up weekly on outstanding share allocations
* Ensure compliance with debt-settlement rules
* Record accurate AUD valuations for tax purposes
4. R&D Tax Incentive Support
(Operational management, not strategy.)
* Maintain R&D evidence folders throughout the year
* Track internal hours and contractor costs
* Collect documentation for prototypes, tests, and automation projects
* Work with R&D consultants to keep claims audit-ready
5. Budgeting & Forecasting Support
* Maintain a rolling 12-month financial model
* Track renewals, cancellations, expansions, and opportunities
* Reconcile contracts into forward revenue
* Maintain cost tracking and cashflow visibility
* Provide weekly financial updates to leadership
What You Bring
* Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field
* CA/CPA (or equivalent) with 5+ years' experience
* Experience in a startup, scale-up, or fast-moving SME
* Strong understanding of IFRS and international tax considerations
* High attention to detail, strong commercial judgement
* Excellent communication and prioritisation skills
* Proficiency in Xero + Google Sheets/Excel
* Experience with ASX trading or global markets highly desirable
* Ability to work independently with confidentiality and initiative
What's In It For You
* Competitive salary + super (commensurate with experience)
* Permanent full-time role with real progression opportunities
* Supportive, high-performing, collaborative team
* Modern Surfers Paradise office + onsite parking
* Flexible work arrangements (hybrid/remote for the right candidate)
* A rare opportunity to shape the finance function of a high-growth media company
Apply Now
If you're ready to build a finance department from the ground up and become a key driver in a fast-scaling media brand - we'd love to hear from you.