Finance Manager - Geelong - FT Permanent

Full-time position in Geelong for an experienced, hands-on Finance Manager to control the Finance function

Your new company

An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Finance Manager to join a well‑established organisation in a broad, hands‑on leadership role. Reporting directly to senior management, this position plays a critical role in overseeing the full finance function while partnering closely with operational stakeholders across the business.
This role will suit a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys ownership, autonomy, and working across both strategic and operational finance.

Your new role

  • End‑to‑end financial management, including month‑end and year‑end close
  • Preparation of management reporting, cash flow forecasts, and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable, invoicing and debtor management
  • Payroll processing and compliance, including PAYG, superannuation, BAS and statutory obligations
  • Liaison with external accountants and relevant regulatory bodies
  • Maintenance of financial controls, policies, and compliance frameworks
  • Support operational leaders with financial insights, reporting and decision‑making
  • Oversight of systems, processes, and continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll need to succeed

  • Proven experience in a Finance Manager or senior finance role
  • Strong background across financial reporting, cash flow management and compliance
  • Experience managing payroll and end‑to‑end transactional finance
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines
  • Confident communicator able to partner effectively with senior stakeholders.
  • Relevant tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance (CPA/CA highly regarded)

What you'll get in return

  • Excellent salary package, commensurate on experience
  • Broad, influential role with genuine autonomy
  • Stable organisation with an established leadership team
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact across the business

What you need to do now

For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Hays Business Director Finance – Adam Swinton at adam.swinton@hays.com.au

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.



LHS 297508

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Construction
Location
VIC - Geelong
Specialism
Senior Finance
Ref:
2986119

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Adam Swinton, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Geelong
Suite 16, Level 1, 240 Pakington St

Telephone: 52268001

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