We’re Hiring – General Manager, Finance

The Role

The General Manager, Finance is responsible for overseeing and directing the financial operations of A2P, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial reporting and providing strategic financial leadership to support organisational growth and objectives. 

The role will report directly to the CEO to develop and implement financial strategies to optimise the financial and operational capabilities of the organisation. Through providing effective leadership and a hands-on approach the role will provide oversight and lead the financial, accounting, banking and payroll services that comply with legislative requirements and contribute to the financial sustainability, goals and objectives of A2P.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute financial strategies to drive business growth and profitability.
• Driving commercial and investment decision making, through effective financial analysis and building strong commercial relationships.
• Oversee financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with statutory regulations, tax obligations, and corporate governance requirements.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to senior leadership to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Manage cash flow, investments, and risk management strategies.
• Lead and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and cost optimisation.
• Liaise with external stakeholders, including auditors, banks, and regulatory bodies.

What we offer

• Permanent full-time role. 
• Carparking provided.
• Supportive team culture, united by our vision and values.
• Salary Packaging options
• City fringe location
• Competitive remuneration
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

Person Requirements 

Essential Criteria

• CA / CPA Qualification
• Executive leadership experience
• Demonstrated experience in a similar financial management or accounting role.
• Skills and experience in providing strategic analysis and financial modelling to support commercial and investment decision making.
• Experience providing strategic financial leadership to support organisational growth and objectives
• Comprehensive understanding of financial risk, management and compliance requirements in the not-for-profit sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships.
• Excellent written communication and reporting skills.
• Expertise in the use of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. 
• Experience in utilising Finance and Accounting systems including MYOB, with the ability to learn a variety of software programs. 
• Ability to analyse financial data and provide management reports with recommendations.
• Experience contributing to budget development and management processes. 
• Ability to lead and motivate the finance and administration team.
• A sound understanding of end-to-end payroll processing and management requirements, including interpretation of industrial instruments and understanding of legislative and statutory requirements.
• High level of personal motivation and initiative.
• Highly organised with the ability to work under pressure, manage priorities and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• A capacity to work with members of the A2P team, clients, staff and volunteers with warmth and empathy to project the values of A2P in all that they do.

Desirable

• Successful experience in managing the accounting and finance functions within an organisation.
• Experience working in the disability and/or community housing sector.
• Knowledge and understanding of the NDIS and SDA.
• Understanding of Community Housing.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications are highly regarded.
• Chintaro CRM
• Merger & Acquisition experience
• Strong understanding of business structures including Companies/Trusts and Joint Ventures
• Ability to affect process improvements via workflow automation, technology selection and implementation