Full-Time opportunity consideration may be given to 0.8 FTE by negotiation

$100,000 base salary + Super

Fantastic company culture

Bring your financial expertise and leadership skills to support the success and sustainability of the Australia Day Council of SA

About the Opportunity

As the Corporate Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability and operational effectiveness of ADCSA. You will oversee budgeting and financial management for a diverse range of events, programs, and initiatives, combining strategic financial planning and analysis with hands-on delivery and compliance oversight.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Financial Management and Planning

Lead the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of annual, project, and event budgets using cost-pricing methodology

Manage liquidity and cashflow to ensure effective allocation of resources and operational continuity

Prepare three-year rolling financial forecasts and undertake scenario analysis to inform strategic planning

Analyse financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends

Prepare timely and accurate monthly management reports and year-end financial statements for the CEO and Board

Partner with managers to interpret results and adjust budgets/costs as required

Support continuous improvement of internal financial processes and reporting frameworks

Operational Finance Oversight

Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial systems and records in Xero, including reconciliations, asset management, and journal entries

Process fortnightly payroll in Xero for a small team, including PAYG and super payments through the STP system

Supervise the Merchandise & Finance Officer and oversee efficient delivery of accounts payable and receivable functions

Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including ATO, BAS, GST, PAYG, RTW SA, Superannuation, ACNC, and ASIC reporting

Coordinate audit preparation and liaise with external auditors

Maintain current and effective financial, administrative, and risk management policies and procedures

Liaise with IT and service providers to ensure business systems support reliable data and reporting. Ensure cybersecurity integrity is maintained

Ensure post-event acquittals are rendered and compliant

Merchandise and Revenue Activities

Oversee online merchandise operations, including Shopify sales, order fulfilment, and stock control

Reconcile merchandise clearing accounts and produce regular sales reports

Support decisions on product range, pricing, and promotion in line with financial targets. Oversee an annual review of prices to ensure optimal returns

Administration Duties

Maintain relationships with external suppliers

Landlord and compliance with lease agreement

Merchandise suppliers for price and quality products

Technology updates where required

Review premises suitability to ensure staffing conditions are appropriate

Review supply contracts are effectively managed for cost and service standard

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

Prepare financial, risk, and WHS reports for presentation to the CEO and Board

Contribute to audit, insurance, and compliance activities to ensure adherence to relevant legislation and organisational standards

Support effective internal control systems and documentation to mitigate risk

People and Relationships

Provide financial leadership, support, and advice to managers and project leads

Supervise, mentor, and develop the Merchandise & Finance Officer

Build positive relationships with members, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders

Promote a collaborative, accountable, and adaptable organisational culture

About You

In addition to the above, to be successful in this role, you will have/be:

Must have a Qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance

Previous experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Excellent attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Strong understanding of cash flow, liquidity management, and financial analysis

Proven ability to meet monthly and year-end reporting deadlines

Experience managing accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processes

Experience in a small-to-medium enterprise or not-for-profit organisation

Experience with e-commerce and online sales platforms (e.g., Shopify)

Understanding of event or program-based financial management

Familiarity with grants and sponsorship accounting

Strong organisational and planning skills

Ability to multi-task competing priorities and demands whilst maintaining composure

Ability to work independently and in a small collaborative team

Understanding of ACNC and not-for-profit financial reporting obligations

Hands-on experience with Xero and advanced MS Excel skills

About Our Client

Australia Day Council of South Australia’s vision is to celebrate our identity and the values that unite us, to illuminate the achievements of inspirational Australians, and to promote a welcoming and inclusive society.

The Australia Day Council of South Australia has a 30-year history of supporting the Australian of the Year Awards and showcasing iconic South Australian events.

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