Finance Manager

A role at Pitcher Partners is more than a job. It's a calling; an opportunity to grow; flexibility to enjoy your personal commitments; and recognition in a supportive community.

Pitcher Partners' aspires to be the leading accounting, audit and advisory firm to middle market businesses. Our people are what makes us successful, so we provide an environment that enables you to perform at your best. Here, you'll be encouraged to carve out a career path that suits your interests and expertise, and be rewarded for your contribution to shared successes.

Your new career:

The role of the Finance Manager is to manage the financial service function of the partnership by taking responsibility for a number of advanced tasks centred around accounting and tax compliance while continuing to improve the accounting function.

Including:

• Statutory reporting, including partnership, trust, corporate, and audit of AFSL licensee companies;
• Tax compliance including income tax returns for partnership, service trust, and related corporate entities incorporating PAYG withholding / instalments, BAS/IAS, FBT, income tax returns, payroll tax, stamp duty, STP reporting;
• Preparation of monthly management accounts, including regular analytical review, comparison to budget ;
• Day to day management of the finance team and overall finance function of the firm
• Cashflow management, reporting and analysis;
• Maintenance of the fixed asset register;
• Monitoring / management of bank debt position, including monitoring / reporting annual covenants
• Management of year end processes including working with General Manager and Finance Partner on reporting, budgeting, equity and partnership matters;
• Annual stamp duty reporting to the Queensland Revenue Office on changes in equity of the partnership including assisting in preparation of schedule to support the independent valuation;
• Reconciliation of partnership equity accounts including maintenance of capital / current accounts reconciliation;
• Manage ASIC compliance for associated entities;
• Management of the administration and claims process requirements for the firm insurances;
• Ad-hoc reporting as required
• Review, and development of general financial and KPI reporting for the firm;
• Reporting to General Manager and Finance Partner.

You will also be working closely with the other members of the practice management team.

What you will bring:

We are seeking a motivated individual to work with our wide range of internal clients.

To be successful in this role your qualities, skills and knowledge will include:

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role preferably within a professional services firm
• Experience with utilising an integrated professional practice system (ERP), preferably MYOB Advanced or similar;
• Experience with Partnership / trust / AFSL / corporate accounting will be highly preferred
• Accounting qualification or similar
• Solid understanding of Australian tax and compliance reporting
• Strong problem solving, analytical and systems skills with an ease of adaption between systems and reporting
• Good leadership skills – small team where working well together is critical
• Sound priority management skills
• Lead by example with a positive attitude
• Honesty and integrity
• Exceptional organisational abilities
• Attention to detail
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Team oriented and ability to take personal ownership
• Initiative
• Willingness to learn and develop

What we offer

At Pitcher Partners we believe success is better shared. That's why we invest in the future of everyone who works with us, and a culture that supports us all. Our inhouse leadership and professional development programs are tailored to your staff level and each explore how to lead with impact.

Join a team with heart

We actively support your health and social connection with a vibrant culture, great flexible working policy, paid parental leave, Employee Assistance program and more.

Do work with a purpose

We put a lot of energy into developing meaningful relationships with our clients and each other. It results in a level of trust that creates surprising opportunities for our business. And your career.

Bring your best ideas

We're inspired by potential. We know there's always a better way to do something. So we foster an environment of openness. Great ideas can come from anywhere. It all starts with listening.

Some specifics

• Flexible Work Arrangements – 'Work Where you need to Be'
• Income Protection Insurance
• Free fortnightly lunch
• Discounted health insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Active social club
• Regular sporting and team events
• Mental health support via our Employee Assistance Program
• Dress for your day policy
• Modern, city-central office environment with lavish end of trip facilities

Why we're the right fit for you:

Pitcher Partners' client base includes well-known international brands, family run businesses, government bodies and not-for-profit organisations, across a range of industries. You will work closely with clients to drive value, results and innovation, and benefit from:

• close interaction with partners and a dedicated mentor;
• regular technical training and innovative professional development; and
• A supportive social environment and community projects.

Our people are inspired by diversity. If you embrace different ideas, welcome creativity, and are open to new ways of seeing business problems, you will discover a welcoming team who supports your career progression.

If you believe you have the skills, motivation and the commitment required for this opportunity, please submit your cover letter, resume and academic transcript via the link below.

All applicants must be Australian citizens or hold a current valid Australian work visa. You may be required to provide evidence at application.

Apply now and make your career personal, at Pitcher Partners.