The Opportunity
Perigon Group is a leading Australian recruitment firm with a strong national presence and a reputation for delivering trusted talent solutions. We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our internal finance function on a 12-month fixed-term maternity leave contract.
The Role
This is a critical, hands-on role supporting the Managing Director and Divisional Financial Controller, offering broad exposure across payroll, reporting, compliance, and financial operations.
Lead end-to-end financial operations, including month-end and year-end close, reconciliations, and management reporting
Manage statutory and compliance obligations (BAS, PAYG, Payroll Tax, Superannuation, FBT, Labour Hire Reporting)
Deliver weekly and monthly reporting, cash flow forecasting, and audit support
Oversee accounts receivable and payable functions, including invoicing, payments, and financial controls
Manage permanent and temporary payroll, including commissions, compliance, and data integrity for 160+ contractors
Partner with senior stakeholders to provide commercial insights, support decision-making, and contribute to strategic initiatives
About You
Proven experience in a Finance Manager or Senior Accountant role
Strong background across payroll, reporting, compliance, and financial controls
Advanced Excel and financial systems capability
Confident communicator with the ability to engage senior stakeholders
Professional services or recruitment industry experience highly regarded
If you're interested in taking the next step in your career, please apply now or contact Jared Ooi on or email for more information.