Financial Administrator

**About the Company**

Ahrens is a fifth-generation, South Australian family-owned company, with 120 years' experience in delivering a diverse range of high-quality and cost effective products and projects across Australia, with footprints overseas.

We have become a full Construction, Engineering, Mining Services, Sheds & Silos and Water Storage company which provides complete turnkey project solutions, supported by 26 divisions and backed by 1000-plus people.

**About the Role**

**Key Responsibilities**
- Preparation of financial accounts including statistical returns for internal and external reporting
- Assist CFO in all banking facility related items including credit cards and bank guarantees
- Cashflow reporting
- Provide support to external tax advisors for tax calculations for preparation of annual tax returns and transfer pricing
- Assist/prepare financial data for submission to external bodies as required
- Preparation of data for ABS Surveys
- KPI reporting and calculations.
- Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Manipulate and analyse raw data.
- Develop & manage company policies and procedures as required
- Assist with annual insurance program renewal for the Group
- Manage any exclusive administration projects as directed
- General company troubleshooting and problem solving
- Provide support to the Chief Financial Officer as required
- Work closely with the Chief Financial Officer to provide support and receive
- Actively promote the Company and its products through direct client contact as appropriate.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships in the Finance Team.
- Liaise with Divisional and Operations Managers to ensure delivery of timely and accurate information.
- Liaise with Auditors in relation to compliance matters.
- Continually examine work procedures and recommend improvements to the Chief Financial Officer.

**Skills and Experience**
- Knowledge of a large ERP system
- Ability to adapt to change and continuous improvement
- Must be a hands on person willing to get involved with all aspects of the business
- Ability to set up administration/finance systems
- Excellent knowledge of accounting and book-keeping processes.
- Ability to critically examine current work processes and understand internal customer needs and use this to design or improve systems.
- Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
- Proven track record in delivering accurate information to strict deadlines
- Strong analytical ability and disciplined approach
- Excellent attention to detail and a well organized approach
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Adobe
- Advanced Excel skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High level of initiative and ability to work independently
- Flexibility and ability to adapt in a dynamic environment
- Willingness and ability to work to strict deadlines
- Ability to change rapidly from one task to another
- Current driver's license
- Previous exposure to Pronto ERP system (desirable).

**Why Work at Ahrens**

We are continually evolving and investing in our people and facilities to achieve satisfying outcomes.

We strive for a positive and supportive team culture which embraces diversity and innovation, and aligns with our core values including commitment, integrity and safety. In return we reward those who passionately work towards realising our vision.

**Benefits**
- Employee Assistance Program, supporting you and your family's health & wellbeing
- Discounts to some of Australia's leading corporate partners in private health insurance, gyms, travel, clothing, vehicles and more
- Generous paid parental leave entitlements to support you and your family
- Annual Employee Donation Scheme to support a charity/cause of your choice
- Family, social and team building events
- Opportunities for career progression
- Friday afternoon team bonding

**How to Apply**
- Health insurance