Finance Manager - Executive Reporting and Financial Analysis

Job Description

Finance Manager - Executive Reporting and Financial Analysis CSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation. The opportunity Join CSIRO - Australia's National Science & Innovation Agency Drive financial strategy - Lead budgeting, forecasting, & executive reporting 18 Month term opportunity, flexible work environment CSIRO is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead financial operations and drive strategic financial objectives. Reporting to the Executive Finance Manager, this role oversees internal budgeting, forecasting, executive and board reporting, data analysis, and balance sheet & cash flow reporting. Managing a team of finance professionals, the position plays a key role in integrating financial reporting functions to enhance insights and decision-making. With strong connections across CSIRO's finance community, leadership team, and executives, this is an opportunity to shape financial strategy and reporting at a national level. Your duties will include: Manage the financial process of reporting of CSIRO's results for month end, forecasts and Internal budgets ensuring results are accurately reported in line with accounting principles (P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow reporting). Combine accounting expertise with the knowledge of the latest trends in Finance to provide high quality financial planning and analysis with an emphasis on best practice and innovation in service delivery standards. Develop and maintain reporting products used by Research Unit and Enterprise Services Function leadership on financial performance metrics, risk, and budget development. Deliver and undertake ad-hoc strategic level reporting to support the Board, Executive, CFO and CLT as required. Influence and provide strategic advice on how to achieve the desired budget position including acting as a trusted advisor and have independence of action. Lead the Finance team members including all aspects of team member performance management and the identification of technical knowledge transfer opportunities. Location: All CSIRO Sites in Australian major cities will be considered Salary: AU$131,113 - AU$153,639 plus up to 15.4% superannuation Tenure: Specified term of 18 Months Reference: 99223 To be considered you will need: Education/Qualifications: A tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance or business as well as relevant leadership experience in a financial, reporting and analysis environment. Full membership of CAANZ/CPA Australia or equivalent. Greater than 5 years' experience in a senior financial planning and analysis role including demonstrated experience in financial planning and analysis processes, financial modelling, and forecasting. Superior knowledge and experience in use of analytical tools and relevant ERPs to deliver excellent analytics and reporting. Demonstratable qualities that would support leading teams including fostering an environment that encourages new ideas, knowledge transfer, and provides coaching and support for the development of emerging skills. Demonstrated judgement; diversity of thought and ability to influence when working with conflicting priorities. Proven experience in translating complex financial information into effective management information and providing value-added financial advice and information to CSIRO's Management, Executive and Board. Proven experience in understanding risk to facilitate informed decision making and advice. Superior communication including report writing skills, interpersonal and influencing skills and successful track record in developing and maintaining collaborative relationships. Demonstrated ability to lead conversations with senior stakeholders to articulate business needs and develop an appropriate strategic response. A track record of being able balance the needs of multiple stakeholders. A history of anticipating and managing problems in ambiguous situations. Desirable: Experience using contemporary reporting technologies. Eligibility Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens, Australian Permanent Residents. Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements. Flexible working arrangements We work flexibly at CSIRO, offering a range of options for how, when and where you work. Diversity and inclusion We are working hard to recruit people representing the diversity across our society, and ensure that all our people feel supported to do their best work and feel empowered to let their ideas flourish. About CSIRO At CSIRO Australia's national science agency, we solve the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. We put the safety and wellbeing of our people above all else and earn trust everywhere because we only deal in facts. How to apply Please apply on-line and provide a cover letter and CV that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role. Applications close 20 February 2025, 11:00pm AEDT #J-18808-Ljbffr