Finance Manager

Jones Retail Group is a multi-award winning and innovative independent grocer with a mission to deliver a never-before-seen supermarket experience to local communities across our 11 stores (and growing) in Southeast Queensland.  Our business is on a growth trajectory and 2025 sees us mark our 30th year in Retail. We are seeking an experienced Finance Manager on a permanent full time basis, who supports our vision for growth and takes control of the group's financial performance.

The Role

Based at our Support Office in Cleveland, this leadership role is crucial in driving the financial performance and strategic direction of our business financials.  You will be supported by a competent small administrative and accounts team as you manage and oversee the financial aspects of the business. To be successful in this role, you will understand our growing business and continue work on financial structures, processes, and systems to deliver timely and accurate financial services. Along with strong financial skills and practical accounting expertise, you'll be a strategic thinker whose commercial acumen allows you to maximise profitability and improve efficiency.

Your key responsibilities

• Financial Management: Oversee all financial activities including management accounts, annual budgets, and forecasting cash flow.
• Reporting & Compliance: Deliver timely and accurate statutory financial reporting to ASIC and ATO, including quarterly BAS and monthly PAYG requirements. Track and report on financial metrics/cashflow to business owners/CEO.
• Payroll: Manage payroll for the Support Office Team on a weekly basis. Monthly payroll tax lodgement and Superannuation compliance for the group.
• Bookkeeping/Accounting: Carry out bank reconciliations and maintain accurate records of financial transactions across all aspects of the business.  Completing regular internal audits.
• Budgeting & Strategic Planning: Develop budgets, and forecasts and carry out long-term planning to identify opportunities for optimisation and cost savings.

What you'll need to succeed

Along with your strong work ethic, you'll bring motivated and enthusiastic energy and are excited by the thought of working with a close knit loyal, friendly team who value team spirit and culture, as well as;

• Degree in accounting or finance, preferably CPA or CA
• 5+ years executive level financial management experience
• Extensive understanding of advanced accounting principles and regulatory compliance
• Proficiency in budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and analysis
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to convey financial metrics and complex data clearly to the leadership team.
• Have a high level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritise workload and work to a deadline

The Perks

• We offer a competitive hourly rate with 5% discount on purchases across our stores
• Discounts and health perks with BUPA Private Health Insurance
• Be a part of a community-focused business that prides themselves on supporting local charities and families
• Flexible working hours and work-life balance
• Employee Assistance Program to support you and your families wellbeing

This position is full-time on-site at our beautiful new Support Office in the heart of Cleveland.

If you are ready to join a company that values your expertise and contribution and are excited to work alongside a team that is passionate about what they do, then APPLY NOW by submitting your CV and cover letter.

Only successful applicants will be contacted, no agencies please.