Finance Manager

An exciting new opportunity has become available for an experienced Full Time Finance Manager to join our in-house finance department. Reporting into our CFO the Finance Manager oversees the Finance and Payroll department with an overarching responsibility to lead the strategic financial management of the business. 

Based at our Gold Coast based HQ be part of a world-renowned bridal brand celebrated for redefining bridal fashion with effortless elegance and sustainability at its core. Lead our financial strategy, partner across global teams, and help drive the growth of a business loved by brides around the world.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Finance Team to prepare and maintain an accurate set of financial records to comply with the Australian Accounting Standards (AAS), global and internal accounting policies.
• Responsible for managing the balance sheet and accurate and adequate supporting documents.
• Manage all accounting operations including Invoicing, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Budgeting, Inventory Management and Revenue reporting.
• Ensure the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements and that the record keeping meets auditor's requirements.
• Manage the oversight of financial systems and outputs that capture, analyse, interpret, and report on financial data.
• Produce high quality financial reports for review to CFO.
• Develop and maintain strong interpersonal relationships with internal stakeholders and manage their expectations and priorities with the teams.
• Effective assessment of changes in local and international regulatory standards and apply to meet regulatory requirements.
• Act as change agent to lead or participate in finance related transformations to policies, processes or systems. This will include local implementation of changes in accounting policies or regulatory reports.
• Maintain compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, and internal company policies.
• Coordinate internal and external audit processes, ensuring timely delivery of supporting documentation.
• Streamline and enhance finance and administrative systems to drive efficiency and accuracy.
• Lead the team to deliver on weekly payroll processing for local and international teams.
• Manage, lead and develop the finance team, with documented processes, succession planning and embedding a culture of accountability

About You:

• CPA or CA qualified, with a Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Finance, or related discipline.
• 5–10 years' experience in a senior finance leadership role within a global, multi-entity business.
• Proven experience in financial management across AR/AP, payroll (domestic and international), tax, budgeting, and compliance.
• Experience in managing internationally based team (Australia & Philippines)
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards, tax obligations, and international regulatory requirements.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite or SAP, with advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Skilled in managing offshore resources, with previous experience in retail and/or manufacturing highly regarded.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships across all levels of the business.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, make sound decisions, and deliver projects to completion under pressure.
• A collaborative and values-driven leader, aligned with the Grace Loves Lace mission, and passionate about driving financial excellence and innovation.

Our Benefits:

• Product discounts of 30% to 50% for yourself, your direct family, and friends.
• Benefit from an Employee Discount Platform, allowing you to enjoy exclusive discounts at major Australian retailers
• Access to Car Novated Leasing/Salary Packaging options through Flare, providing flexibility and financial benefits.
  
• Join a highly passionate team within a rapidly growing business that is expanding internationally, offering exciting opportunities for career growth.
• Receive continuous support and development opportunities, ensuring you can enhance your skills and progress in your professional journey.
• Enjoy generous staff product discounts, team rewards, a monthly employee recognition program, bi-annual team celebrations, and many more perks, creating a positive and rewarding work environment.

All candidates must have unrestricted full time working rights in Australia and will be required to provide two recent and relevant referees.

We thank you in advance for your interest in working with us but only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted.

Grace Loves Lace has always been, and always will be, committed to provide an environment free of discrimination and harassment to our candidates, employees, customers, and suppliers. We are committed to equal opportunity and recruitment decisions are based on merit and business needs. We do not base decisions on any classifications protected by federal, state or provincial and local laws and ordinances. Reasonable adjustments are available to qualified individuals.