Finance Manager, Finance

Job Description

About BDO At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services. About the Role We have an opportunity for a highly motivated Finance Manager to join our national finance team at BDO. The Finance Manager will be responsible for managing the operations of the financial accounting team, monthly reporting and providing key insights and strategic direction to assist with business decision making. You will ensure strong financial governance and compliance across the financials, while collaborating with stakeholders to manage results and expectations. Key responsibilities include: Manage the day-to-day activities of the financial accounting team Prepare and analyse monthly financial statements, including income statements and balance sheets Lead month end and year end closing processes, including reconciliations, journal entries and accruals Review balance sheet reconciliations and ensure accuracy of the accounts Support the interim and annual audit process Conduct weekly cashflow analysis and general cashflow management (e.g., sweeps) Identify and maintain key processes and controls to ensure strong “financial hygiene” Supervise and mentor a team of accountants, ensuring their professional development and performance. Lead and empower the team to deliver against initiatives of the Finance Strategy Maintain meticulous documentation and records to adhere to BDO’s policies and procedures Lead process improvement and leverage technology to enhance efficiency and best practice Work with the Senior Finance Manager, the CFO and wider finance team or business on relevant projects About You Demonstrated experience in leading month-end processes for a large or complex entity Demonstrated experience in process improvement, particularly in relation to month end processes CA/ CPA qualified with 5+ years of experience in a Financial Accounting role, ideally within a professional services environment Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills Workday system experience is an advantage Demonstrable experience in leading and developing a finance team Strong communication skills and experience liaising with senior stakeholders Driven, dynamic and adaptable to a changing environment Why BDO? Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm. Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.Participate in fitness challenges, join the BDO run club, or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym, and wellness facilities via our BWell program.Access financial benefits from travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast daily, vehicle financing support, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include cultural and religious leave, paid leave for fertility and IVF treatments, blood donor leave, enhanced family support, plus options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide extensive technical training, dedicated leadership development programs, professional memberships, subscriptions and more.Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).Find out more about our culture and hear from our people via our social channels and career pages.For further information, and to apply, please visit our website via the “Apply” button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr