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We’re a globally integrated Audit, Tax and Advisory firm with offices in more than 100 countries – and as a result of our growth, we’re ready to recruit an experienced and motivated new Finance Manager like you to join our Melbourne team.
As the Head of the internal Finance/Operations team for the Melbourne office, you will provide outstanding management of the firm’s internal Finance area, reporting to the Forvis Mazars Melbourne Managing Partner. You will support the Partners in strategic and financial decision making and undertake firm projects and initiatives: an initial focus will also be on the implementation of the financial modules of Employment Hero. You will be a key support for our fast-growing business, helping to build the firm’s future, as well as your own career.
This role is available for an immediate start:
 
About the role:
 

• Oversee the firm’s financial functions, ensuring compliance with all taxation and legislative requirements.
• Implement Employment Hero for payroll, leave and expenses management working collaboratively with the People & Culture team
• Responsible for the firm’s financial administration including time & billing processes, management of insurer and bank relationships, oversight of debtor management and the firm’s trust account.
• Prepare and co-ordinate management reports for Forvis Mazars, annual budgets, information for financial statements and monitor cash flow.
• Participate in national or global calls as required and prepare reports for Forvis Mazars globally
• Oversee employee payroll & records including salary letter preparation, Partner payments as well as accruals, provisions and creditor payments
• Supervision of the Finance team including delegation to and development of team members.
• Work with People & Culture team regarding recruitment and on/offboarding of staff
• Support Partners and Managers to meet business financial requirements and changes
• Undertake special projects

 
 
About you:

• Previous experience in a similar role in a professional services firm (preferably accounting)
• Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree (or equivalent)
• Strong business acumen
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent time management skills and able to work autonomously
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills
• Strong leadership skills through prior team Manager roles
• Enjoy working as part of a senior management team
• Able to flex between strategic thinking and operational detail to meet requests of staff at all levels within the firm
• A strong and dedicated work ethic with a genuine focus on internal and external client care
• Positive and pro-active approach
• The enthusiasm and commitment to develop a rewarding & challenging career
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft office
• Strong knowledge of accounting systems and concepts (Time & Billing)
• Employment Hero knowledge an advantage

 
 
Why join us? We offer a range of financial and non-financial benefits to support and reward our team.  At our new Melbourne CBD location, you can expect the following:

• Well-being program
• Well-being allowance
• Recharge day
• Volunteering day
• Flu vaccinations
• Learning and development programs
• Social club activities, charity, and community events
• Study assistance (financial support & study leave)
• Flexible working
• Employee referral rewards
• Paid professional memberships
• Employee assistance program
• Parental leave payment
• Discounts on banking & insurance, health insurance, retail and entertainment, health, and well-being
• International and domestic mobility opportunities

At Forvis Mazars, we nurture an inclusive environment and encompass diversity in all forms. Successful applicants will receive consideration for employment irrespective of their background, experience, identity, age, gender, or ability.   All applicants must be either an Australian Citizen, New Zealand Citizen, or Australian Permanent Resident or hold a current valid Australian working visa with full working rights. You may be required to provide evidence at the time of application.   Forvis Mazars does, from time to time, seek assistance from external recruitment agencies with that we have strong relationships; however, currently, we are only considering direct applications for this role. Please visit our Careers website for more information https://www.forvismazars.com/au/en

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