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Group Accounting Manager

Job Title: Group Accounting Manager
Contract Type: Permanent Recruitment
Location: Newcastle
Specialisation:
Reference: 917518
Contact Name: Amanda MacGregor
Contact Email: amandam@peoplefusion.com.au
Job Published: January 08, 2025 14:15

Job Description

  • $160,000 + superannuation + incentive

  • Impactful Leadership Opportunity

  • Innovative and Purpose-Driven Culture

  • Career Growth and Development

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned financial leader to join a purpose-driven organisation dedicated to making a meaningful impact.

About the role

Our client is seeking an accomplished Group Accounting Manager to lead and enhance the organisation’s financial accounting function. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this leadership role will oversee the financial reporting processes, drive compliance, and lead process improvement initiatives. Managing a team of three direct reports, you will ensure the integrity of financial operations and contribute to the ongoing success of a growing organisation in the healthcare services industry.

About the organisation

This leading organisation has a strong presence across Australia, dedicated to improving health outcomes and delivering exceptional services. With a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and people development, this organisation is recognised for its values-driven culture and commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

  • Financial Accounting: Ensure the accuracy of the general ledger, oversee reconciliations, and maintain the fixed asset register for timely and reliable financial reporting.

  • Compliance and Governance: Manage statutory obligations, including tax compliance, annual reporting, and internal audit processes, while ensuring adherence to internal controls and governance frameworks.

  • Cash Management: Oversee cash flow forecasting, treasury operations, and debt facilities to meet operational and strategic financial needs.

  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement initiatives to improve systems, policies, and reporting processes.

  • Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of three, fostering engagement, collaboration, and professional growth.

About you

You are a dynamic and experienced financial leader with a CA or CPA qualification and over five years of relevant accounting experience. You possess a deep understanding of financial reporting, compliance, and governance requirements, coupled with a proven ability to lead finance teams in complex regulatory environments. Your career reflects a strong track record of identifying and implementing process improvements that drive efficiency and accuracy. With exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, you excel at building effective working relationships across diverse teams. Proficiency in Excel and financial systems is a key strength, and experience with Pronto ERP is highly desirable.

This role offers the opportunity to lead strategic communications, build meaningful stakeholder relationships, and contribute to sustainability outcomes within a collaborative and progressive team environment.

What’s in It for You?

Step into a purpose-driven organisation where collaboration and values are at the heart of everything they do. Join a passionate team that’s not just shaping careers but also making a meaningful impact on people’s lives. Here, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment that fuels growth, innovation, and the opportunity to truly make a difference.

How to apply

To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture, and associated benefits of this opportunity, please contact Amanda MacGregor today on 02 4927 2005 or amandam@peoplefusion.com.au for a confidential discussion.
Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.

At peoplefusion we don’t just accept diversity and inclusion —we celebrate it! We strive to create an environment of equal opportunity regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, lifestyle, age, religion or physical ability, and welcome applications from people from all backgrounds. If you require any assistance with your application please don’t hesitate to contact us.