Assistant Finance Manager
ID: SYD-PST-008
Location: Sydney
Your New Company
Our client is a diversified multi-brand group with strong operations across wholesale, retail, and supply chain management in Australia. With a growing portfolio in health, food, and household essentials, the business has built a solid market reputation and continues to expand. The team is multicultural, professional, and growth-focused, offering employees stability and clear career development pathways.
Your New Role
As Assistant Finance Manager, you will support the Finance Manager in managing daily financial operations, reporting accuracy, and compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations. You will contribute to budgeting, financial analysis, and process improvements, while supporting and mentoring junior finance staff.
Job Responsibilities
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow).
Maintain general ledger accuracy and perform reconciliations.
Support annual budgeting and analyse variances against actual results.
Manage AP, AR, payroll, and tax lodgements (GST, FBT, income tax).
Assist with audits and prepare supporting documents.
Provide financial analysis and commentary to management.
Strengthen financial processes and internal controls.
Guide and support junior finance team members.
Job Requirements
Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
CPA/CA/ACCA qualified (or in progress).
Minimum 3+ years’ accounting/finance experience; team leadership an advantage.
Strong knowledge of accounting standards and tax compliance.
Advanced Excel skills (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP) and ERP/finance system experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, MYOB, Xero).
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
Clear communication skills, able to work across departments.
Ability to perform under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Salary & Benefits
Career development pathway to Finance Manager
Involvement in strategic finance projects
Stable, supportive team environment
Referrals
If you know talented professionals who would excel in this role, we welcome your referrals. A referral bonus is offered for successful hires.
How to Apply
If you're interested in this position, please forward your updated CV to recruitment@mandarintalents.com.au.
If this opportunity doesn’t align with your career path, we’d be happy to discuss other confidential opportunities with you.
About Us
We are a bilingual recruitment consultancy connecting Chinese-speaking professionals with Australian educational institutions and businesses. We value professionalism, efficiency, and long-term partnerships.
