We are seeking a highly skilled Finance Manager to oversee financial operations and provide strategic guidance within the Transport & Distribution industry. This role is based in Sydney and requires expertise in accounting and finance to ensure optimal business performance.
Client Details
This chance is with a well-established organisation in the Transport & Distribution sector. The company is focused on delivering excellence in its services and maintaining high operational standards
Description
- Contribute to the strategic planning process for the organization.
- Act as a functional counterpart to the divisional management team and corporate finance.
- Drive Enterprise Risk Management and complete quarterly risk reviews.
- Provide financial insight into business strategy, expansion projects, and tenders.
- Lead the Delegation of Authority process and ensure adherence to corporate governance.
- Maintain robust financial controls, reviews, and reporting accuracy.
- Deliver monthly/quarterly financial reports, forecasts, cash flow, and statutory accounts.
- Coordinate the budgeting process across departments; prepare annual tax returns.
- Conduct performance variance analyses, cost tracking, and capital expenditure reviews.
- Challenge current practices, identify supplier advantages, and improve processes.
- Monitor CAPEX expenditure vs. budgets, market, and capacity demands.
- Develop improvement actions for working capital, payment terms, and inventory.
- Ensure cost control within authorised CAPEX budgets.
- Partner with the Commercial Manager on contract development and customer pricing.
- Prepare customer budgets and financial models for key accounts.
- Oversee and resolve customer claims, queries, and complaints.
- Manage and develop the Finance Department with a continuous improvement mindset.
- Conduct performance appraisals and set annual people development objectives.
- Foster engagement and identify training needs based on reviews and business requirements.
- Ensure team resourcing, leave, and work schedules are managed effectively.
- Ensure compliance with financial, regulatory, and audit requirements.
- Lead actions, risk reviews, and reporting.
- Implement stock management and financial policy roll-outs across the organization.
Profile
A successful Finance Manager should have:
- A tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional certification such as CPA or CA
- Proven expertise in financial management within the Transport & Distribution industry.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to lead and manage a team effectively.
- Proficiency in financial software and reporting tools.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Job Offer
- Competitive remuneration package ranging from $180k AUD + Car + Bonus.
- Opportunity to work in the thriving Transport & Distribution industry.
- Supportive team environment within a respected organisation.
- Potential for professional growth and career development.
If you are a driven Finance Manager looking to make an impact in the Transport & Distribution industry, we encourage you to apply today!
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Zack Dennis on +61 2 8292 2211.