Finance Manager | Merivale

At Merivale, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do – from iconic venues to unforgettable customer experiences. We're looking for a Finance Manager in the Financial Control & Reporting team to play a critical role owning and driving key Financial Reporting & Control processes. The role is responsible for the month-end close processes, general ledger management, preparation and consolidation of half-year and annual financial reports, the annual audit processes, external compliance reporting and overhead management, supported by a team of Financial Accountants, Finance Analysts and Assistant Accountants who are led by this role.

The Role

• Own and drive several key processes, including:
  • Strong focus on the completeness and accuracy of monthly financial and performance results for timely delivery in line with agreed reporting timelines, including the month-end close process
  • Balance sheet reconciliation monthly cycle and review including problem solving and identifying areas for improvement supporting enhanced accuracy, controls and efficiency
  • Play a key role in the budgeting and forecasting processes by supporting the HQ Department cost centres, ensuring that they are aligned to business goals and reflect accurate assumptions
• Delivery of external reporting including the consolidated group results and semi-annual external compliance reporting
• Planning and coordination of the annual audit process
• Manage direct reports, set KPIs, annual performance reviews and career development

Essentials Skills

• Curious and analytical in approach with demonstrable ability to think critically
• Strong communication and stakeholder influencing skills, excellent interpersonal skills, naturally engages and motivate others
• High level of attention to detail and the ability to understand the finance teams processes and procedures
• Demonstrates genuine care for people and has a focus on people coaching and people development
• Thrives in a team orientated environment and enjoys collaborating with others
• Demonstrated experience in the financial reporting and control environment and understanding of key controls
• Experiencing in successfully leading teams with care including the advancing of a high-performance culture and ability to develop, engage and motivate people
• Strong technical skills including knowledge of current accounting standards and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
• Experience in preparation of financial statements including consolidation, cashflows and disclosures
• Advanced level of Microsoft Excel & PowerPoint

Why Merivale? Join Australia's leading hospitality group known for innovation, excellence, and employee development. You'll work from our office at the ivy precinct while impacting financial control and reporting across our venues. We also offer:  

• Paid parental leave and flexible return to work support for new parents.  
• Amazing discounts at 90+ venues.  
• Career progression opportunities and development through leadership programs and supported technology education tools.  
• Access to our employee assistance program which provides free and confidential health support.  
• Employee referral program.  
• Free lunch in venue each day.