
Financial Accounting Manager
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!