Finance Manager

Are you passionate about numbers and inspiring others to share that enthusiasm? Look no further We are on the hunt for a dynamic and fun Finance Manager to join our vibrant Australian WD-40 Crew.

As the leader of our Australian Finance Team, you will be responsible for steering the function strategically while offering daily coaching and guidance to our talented and high-performing finance team. With a close-knit team of 23 in Australia, and as part of a global brand, we are looking for someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves to help others, thrives in a hands-on environment and is eager to contribute to our culture, business goals and strategic objectives.

What You'll Be Doing

Accounting, Taxation & Audit

• Lead daily operations of accounting and finance functions.
• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of financial reports.
• Apply US GAAP and Australian accounting standards.
• Manage cash balances, cash flows, and bi-annual dividends.
• Oversee external banking relationships.
• Ensure compliance with tax obligations and coordinate with external accounting firms.
• Lead internal and external audits.
• Lead and be responsible for payroll function.

Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)

• Evaluate and report company results; provide insights to senior leadership.
• Provide detailed analysis on key business drivers.
• Lead quarterly forecasting and annual budgeting process.
• Analyze financial impact of initiatives and support capital asset requests.
• Educate and train departments to increase financial acumen.

Risk, Compliance & Insurance

• Ensure compliance with global, local, and statutory requirements.
• Lead risk compliance and mitigation reviews.
• Manage local insurance cover and related events.

Leadership

• Provide strategic leadership of the Finance function within the Australian business.
• Provide ongoing coaching and guidance to Finance team members for their own personal goals and development.

What You'll Bring To The Role

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Economics, Finance or Mathematics.
• Experience within the finance and accounting functions of an FMCG business.
• Experience with ERP implementation is useful.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

Total Rewards

• Friendly, fun and relaxed team environment.
• Learning and development based culture.
• All-inclusive company conferences and events.
• Employee Engagement score above 95%.
• Short Fridays.
• Flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week.
• Competitive remuneration, clear bonus structure and additional Superannuation.
• Office location in Epping, Sydney.
• Publicly traded company headquartered in San Diego, California since 1953.
• Strong values aligned culture with the #1 strategic driver of ensuring a people-first mindset.
• A culture where 92% of the tribe report experiencing a sense of belonging.

At WD-40 Company, we believe that purpose-driven, passionate people guided by our values create amazing outcomes. Our "why" is refreshingly simple - we exist to create positive lasting memories in everything we do.

Why You Should Apply

• A strong values-aligned organization where contributions are acknowledged and rewarded, and where 91% of our tribe experiences a sense of belonging.
• A learning-based culture where 85% of our tribemates believe they can achieve their career objectives.
• Over 91% employee engagement as of the January 2024 global employee survey results.
• 99% of our tribemates report that they "love to tell people that they work for WD-40 Company"

Please, only consider employment with WD-40 Company if you feel as strongly about our values as we do: We live, breathe, and play by our values every day.

Thank you for considering WD-40 Company in your career search#PositiveLastingMemories

At WD-40 Company we foster a culture of inclusion where all individuals are recognized, valued, respected, and experience a sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to individual characteristics that make us unique such as our backgrounds, experiences, qualities, talents, traits, beliefs, and preferences.