Join a Growth Story in Australian Food Manufacturing
This is your chance to join a business that’s evolved from two successful family operations – manufacturing and distribution – now led by dynamic leaders driving transformation and growth. Backed by over 20 years of industry experience, they are now a multi-site, national business with over 120 staff.
As they mature into a medium-sized enterprise, they are seeking a hands-on Finance Manager who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to build something impactful from the inside out. This is a rare opportunity to lead a finance function during a pivotal business transformation.

About the Role
This newly restructured position will be responsible for leading and modernising the finance function across national operations. You will manage a capable team and work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to establish scalable systems, support strategic planning, and help shape the roadmap for growth.
You'll own the day-to-day financial operations but also have a voice in long-term planning, process improvements, automation, and site expansions, working closely with all department leads.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage weekly, monthly, and quarterly finance cycles across multiple entities and sites
• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes; ensure accurate monthly department updates
• Prepare and present financial reports (P&L, balance sheets, cash flow)
• Monitor working capital, cash flow and funding requirements
• Ensure compliance with statutory reporting (BAS, PAYG, FBT, Workcover, etc.)
• Oversee payroll, accounts receivable, and accounts payable teams
• Lead, mentor, and develop a small finance team
• Establish, document and improve internal processes and financial controls
• Collaborate with all departments to provide insights and strategic guidance
• Support future projects
• Quarterly interstate travel

About You
We're looking for a Finance Manager who has walked the walk—a leader with both small business adaptability and larger business experience. You’ll be the glue between daily execution and strategic transformation.

Must-Have Experience:

• Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Proven experience as a Finance Manager
• Background in manufacturing or FMCG
• Strong Excel, MYOB, ATO Portals and Microsoft 365 experience
• Confident with leading, motivating and developing a small team
• Ability to present findings to leadership and influence outcomes
• Working collaboratively with teams across functions

Core Competencies:

• High EQ and approachable leadership style
• Growth mindset, resilient, solutions-focused and adaptable
• Proven ability to streamline processes and identify efficiencies
• High attention to detail
• Comfortable in a manufacturing environment - site based at least 4 days. 1 day WFH considered.