Financial Accounting Manager

$145k inc. Super + 10% Bonus | Sydney CBD (Hybrid) | Immediate Start

We're working exclusively with one of Australia's most recognisable entertainment and hospitality brands to appoint a Financial Accounting Manager in their Sydney-based Corporate Finance team.

This is a great opportunity to take on a key leadership position within a high-profile organisation undergoing significant change. As part of a broader finance transformation, this role will play a pivotal part in redefining how the Corporate Accounting function operates - from team structure and workflows to reporting standards and process efficiency. Rather than stepping into a fully established function, the successful candidate will help build and shape it.

About the Role

The role reports into a Sydney-based Finance Manager and will partner closely with teams across Sydney and Brisbane.

Initial team size: 3 (including one contractor), with planned growth to 5.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and quarter-end reporting processes, including journals, reconciliations, fixed asset register finalisation, and performance reporting
• Manage corporate accounting for areas such as:
• Fixed assets (manual, high-volume)
• Treasury operations and reporting
• Consulting-related expenses and broader corporate spend
• One-off payroll and employment-related matters
• Provide audit support and ensure compliance with accounting standards and policies
• Partner with internal stakeholders across Corporate, Property, and Finance functions
• Coach and develop a team of 3-5 finance staff
• Drive continuous improvement across processes and systems

Key systems: Oracle (legacy version), TM1, Blackline (desirable)

Ideal Candidate Profile

We're looking for a confident finance leader who's comfortable navigating change and ambiguity. You'll bring a strong technical foundation in financial accounting and reporting, along with proven experience managing teams in a corporate environment.

Key requirements:

• CA or CPA qualified (5+ years post-qualification)
• At least 2 years' experience managing a finance team
• Strong financial reporting and reconciliation background
• Experience with large ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and TM1
• Excellent time management and ability to prioritise under pressure
• Comfortable working in complex or matrix environments

Perks & Benefits

The business offers a genuinely competitive employee value proposition, including:

• Free daily meal on-site with a rotating menu
• Staff parking available
• Flexible working arrangements - no mandated in-office days
• 30% discount across award-winning restaurants and hotels nationwide
• Paid parental and secondary carers leave for all employees
• Lifestyle perks including gym membership and laundry service discounts

If this role sounds like you, please APPLY NOW!