Financial Accounting Manager

• Permanent Melbourne role managing financial accounting in a super fund
• Key leadership role leading a small team of professionals
• CA/CPA qualified with super or financial services experience preferred

About The Company

A well regarded Melbourne based superannuation fund with a strong member focus is seeking an experienced Financial Accounting Manager to join its finance function on a permanent, full-time basis.

About The Role

Reporting to senior leadership, this is a broad and impactful role sitting at the heart of the fund's financial operations. You will lead a small team and take ownership across financial reporting, statutory accounts, APRA reporting, audit and compliance. This an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who is up to date on accounting standards, technically strong and who wants genuine ownership across the accounting function.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Leading the preparation and delivery of financial statements and statutory accounts in accordance with relevant accounting standards
• Overseeing cash flow management, liquidity monitoring and banking relationships
• Preparation of board packs for review
• Coordinating the external audit process and acting as a key point of contact for auditors
• Ensuring compliance with APRA prudential standards and other relevant regulatory obligations
• General ledger management including reconciliations
• Leading, coaching and developing a team of accounting professionals
• Supporting continuous improvement of financial processes, systems and controls
• Partnering with senior stakeholders across the business to provide financial insights and analysis

About The Candidate

• CA or CPA qualified with solid post qualification experience in a financial accounting or reporting role
• Experience within superannuation, financial services or a regulated environment
• Strong technical accounting knowledge including experience with statutory reporting and relevant accounting standards
• Proven people leadership capability with the ability to develop and motivate a team
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-ownership finance role within a purpose-driven superannuation organisation. You will have real scope to lead a team, drive process improvement and build your career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

To apply, click on the link below or contact Pauline Sibal on ***email_hidden*** / 07 3228 8455