An opportunity has arisen for a Head of Finance to join a well-established, and respected organisation, based in Newcastle, NSW. Our client is a true leader within their field and owing to existential growth, they have been able to consolidate their business and transform the team to continue on their current growth path and further. Taking a hands-on approach, this role will lead and take ownership over the day to day running of group finance, inclusive of all internal and external reporting as well as managing and mentoring the finance team. As part of the leadership team you will provide commercial acumen and support to Operations and reporting into the Chief Executive Officer.
The responsibilities
The main duties include:
- Provide strategic guidance to the CEO & leadership team based on comprehensive financial analysis & insights into market trends/opportunities to support the development & execution of the business plan.
- Develop & execute financial plans aligned with short and longer-term business objectives.
- Support the annual business planning process & development of company and department budgets.
- Demonstrate commercial acumen providing the leadership team opportunities to maximise revenue & control expenses.
- Advise & support the business with execution of mergers/acquisitions.
- Oversee budgeting, forecasting & financial reporting processes (inc. budgets, balance sheets, P&L & cash flow statements) with a focus on accuracy & timeliness.
- Lead financial risk management activities to safeguard our assets and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Prepare & report on statutory compliance matters and manage/maintain all Group insurances.
- Manage & advise on the Group’s liquidity to ensure there is enough working capital to maintain operations, inclusive of all treasury requirements.
- Develop, implement & review fully compliant Finance-related systems, documents, policies & procedures.
- Lead the finance team to become a trusted business partner.
- Qualified CPA or CA
- 10 years plus post qualification experience, of which some must be commercial
- Possess the ability to work in both a hands on and strategic capacity.
- A focus on best practice and what that looks like
- The ability to lead and developing finance teams
- Strong Systems experience
About the client
Well established, our client is a true leader within their field. This organisation possesses a business strategy of building long term relationships with key customers, and have grown organically, and through acquisition. Wanting to take the step in their long term growth plans this role will provide an opportunity to join a vibrant and fast moving business and contribute directly to its continued success as Head of Finance.
How to apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Leigh Jones at leighjones@sharpandcarter.com.au
