Company Overview:

Join our dynamic and growing team at Next Level Elevators, a leading organisation in the home lift industry. We are are seeking a talented Finance Manager to lead our finance team and drive strategic financial decisions.

Position Overview:

Working full time from our office in Rosebery (also an option to work out of our Melbourne office) and reporting directly to the COO, you will serve as a key business partner to management, providing strategic financial insights and leadership over all financial operations.

Responsibilities include:

• Manage the day-to-day financial operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger functions.
• Management, training and development of the finance team.
• Prepare weekly sales and operations reports to the management team.
• Facilitate tax compliance requirements, including FBT, GST, BAS, PAYG and payroll tax.
• Monthly preparation and review of sales commissions.
• Processing of progress claim invoices.
• Prepare monthly financial management reports, providing insights into financial performance and trends.
• Monitor and analyse financial metrics, identifying areas for improvement and cost optimisation.
• Use financial targets and models to drive decisions, performance, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain financial policies, procedures, and internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Review of job costings and reporting in our job management system.
• Dealing with customer queries
• Lead the annual budgeting and planning process, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.

About You

To be successful, you will demonstrate the following skills and experience:

• Ideally CPA/CA qualified.
• Proven leadership experience in a similar role, with a track record of successfully managing financial operations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proficient in the use of financial software (ideally xero) and spreadsheet applications.
• Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, tax regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience and commitment to delivering continuous improvement for the role and business.
• A self starter with the ability to work proactively and autonomously.
• Deadline driven with the ability to manage and prioritise workloads.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience We look forward to welcoming a driven and talented Finance Manager who shares our commitment to excellence and innovation.