Finance Manager Needed for Strategic Financial Planning

Job Description:

We are an Australian-based solar and battery company looking for a reliable and experienced Finance Manager / Bookkeeper to manage our financial operations on an ongoing basis.

This is a long-term role for someone who can take ownership of our finances, maintain accurate records, and provide clear reporting and insights to support business decisions.

Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Financial Management

Manage Xero daily (invoices, bills, transactions)

Perform bank reconciliations

Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records

Reconcile Hubdoc and export to Xero

Ensure correct integration and data flow between Tradify and Xero

Payroll

Process fortnightly payroll (small team)

Manage superannuation obligations

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Review accounts payable and prepare payments

Monitor accounts receivable

Send invoice reminders and statements

Track outstanding payments

Cash Flow Management (Very Important)

Track all inflows and outflows

Monitor customer payments and supplier obligations

Forecast weekly and monthly cash flow

Identify potential cash shortages and provide updates

Reporting

Prepare:

Profit & Loss

Balance Sheet

Cash Flow reports

Track key metrics such as profit per job, costs, and outstanding receivables

Ensure job costing data from Tradify aligns with financial reporting

Compliance

Assist with BAS preparation

Ensure compliance with Australian requirements (PAYG, super, etc.)

Requirements

Strong experience with Xero (essential)

Experience with Tradify (highly preferred)

Experience with Australian accounting/compliance

Good understanding of bookkeeping and financial reporting

Excellent English communication (written and spoken)

Strong attention to detail

Organised and reliable

Ability to work independently

Nice to Have

Experience with Hubdoc

Experience working with Australian trades/solar companies

Experience with job costing and project-based businesses