Finance Manager

Welcome to Lift Equipt, your trusted source for outstanding material handling solutions. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, we are proud to be Australian-owned and represent top brands such as CVS Ferrari, Polaris, Goupil, Hangcha and are the exclusive distributor of Bobcat Forklifts and Skipper Powerboats in Australia. Joining Lift Equipt means becoming part of a dynamic team with a culture of excellence, where our motto is "Work hard, play hard." We are committed to delivering superior service and premium products, ensuring both success and enjoyment in the workplace. Start your journey with us and be a part of the Lift Equipt legacy.About the roleThe Finance Manager position supports the branch management teams with all financial reporting, profitability analysis and planning processes. This will include review and interpretation of key accounts, business analysis, proposing actions for business process improvements and facilitation of finance training to personnel.Key AccountabilitiesCapacity DevelopmentCoach and develop the commercial acumen of branch managers and champion the use of information systems to determine cost and track budget outcomes (operating and capital expenditure). Over time improve understanding of the financial implications of decision making (Data backed decision making).Facilitate training to key management and operational staff to ensure completeness and accuracy in reporting.Lead, develop, motivate and encourage direct reports to achieve individual, departmental and company objectives.Ensure the capability and effectiveness of the direct reports to meet short- and long-term business requirements.Financial Analysis & Decision-Making SupportOngoing analysis of revenue and cost trends to ensure the integrity of the business model and to assess the financial impact of changes to scope and changes to the method of service delivery (e.g. different equipment configurations).Undertake business analysis and implement improvements with business unit managers focusing on gross margin growth, cash and reporting.Lead the development, tracking and analysis of operational metrics and KPIs including identification of transaction drivers.Assist with modelling and pricing in respect to potential new business, capex applications, scope changes and contract renewals.Enable robust data-supported decision making by undertaking relevant analysis as required.Ensure cost base of business units is analysed and all fixed and variable costs clearly understood by the management team.Review of business processes and reports to ensure efficiencies and best practice.Management ReportingPreparation of monthly management reports including actuals, budgets, forecasting, variance analysis, costing and key performance indicators.Manage the accurate and timely delivery of all management accounting and planning processes in line with the Group timetable.Lead with the finance team to develop a Group wide, consistent, accruals based three-way matching process.Ensure all revenue and cost allocations accurately reflect the activity of the respective departments.Ensure reporting structure provides adequate management information to aid accurate and timely Divisional decision making.All balance sheet accounts reconciled and cleared on a monthly basis.Effective communication of financial information to all levels of management.Manage working capital and cashflow position including reporting and forecasting.CommercialReview and approve terms of trade (with customers and suppliers) within delegation.Monitor and resolve overdue receivable positions.Provide support to CFO on ad-hoc improvement projects and M&A implementation.Education & QualificationsA candidate must have current professional accounting qualifications – ideally Chartered Accountant or Certified Practicing Accountant. Additional qualifications in finance, governance or business would also be well regarded but not essential.Professional BackgroundExcellent management reporting and analysis, financial evaluation and financial modelling skills, with significant experience in management reporting, budgeting and forecasting.Considerable skills in financial systems due to experience with various systems and involvement in a major system implementation project.Ideally industry experience.A demonstrated understanding of business planning, analysis and operations with communication skills that will enable you to add value by recommending new ideas and process improvements.What we're looking forStrategic - work within long-term time frames and anticipate and act on opportunities or problems that are likely to arise.Commercial - use financial knowledge, analytical skills and an understanding of the business to contribute to the decision-making process and identify alternatives for discussion, including financial planning and rigorous evaluation of financial investment analysis.Organisational - develop corporate infrastructure including policies, procedures and systems using a good understanding of the capability of technology to enhance business performance.Analytical - ability to derive answers from disparate datasets to explain and predict financial performance.Communication and influencing - communicate at all levels of the organisation and combines personal skills, knowledge and experience to influence outcomes at a senior level.Leadership - lead with courage and provides their team with a clear direction and plan to develop.About youAccountable - take personal ownership for results and outcomes, Open and honest communication.Operates in a hands-on way - not reliant on extensive internal or external resources to deliver results; does what is required to get the job done even if it means doing work typically associated with lower levels or other functions.Keeps close to the numbers and is very proactive - constantly aware of how the business is performing relative to KPI's, budgets and forecasts and is quick to investigate and take action.Works well with people across the Company - professional and credible at the executive level; has strong working relationships cross functionally and up/down the hierarchy (demonstrates respect for people at all levels); exhibits professionalism when presenting views and debating with other executives.Challenges the status quo - Demonstrated ability and interest in challenging 'accepted' operational processes.Identifying opportunities - A demonstrated understanding of business planning, analysis and operations with communication skills that will enable you to add value by recommending new ideas and process improvements.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?How many years' experience do you have as a finance manager?How many years of managerial accounting experience do you have?How many years' experience do you have with forecasting for businesses?Have you worked in a role which requires experience with financial analysis and modelling?
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