Finance Manager

Skytraders Pty Ltd
Paddington, Sydney, NSW
Financial Accounting & Reporting (Accounting)
$115,000 to $125,000 pa + super
An outstanding opportunity exists for a capable Finance Manager to join Skytraders, Australia's world-leading Antarctic aircraft operator and provider of specialist aviation services to Government. This is an office-based role located at our modern Corporate Office facility in Paddington (Sydney), that reports directly to the Chief Financial Officer.

To be successful in this role you will be an enthusiastic and confident individual who demonstrates initiative, a mature attitude, and a high level of technical and analytical skills. We are seeking someone who has a desire to work collaboratively in a team environment whilst also taking charge of their function. Aviation industry experience is key.

The role:

• Preparing monthly management reports (Profit & Loss and Balance Sheet)
• Analysis of business performance and contract pricing
• Assisting CFO with the preparation of reports for the Board
• Assisting with the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and tender documents
• Supporting the annual external audit process and preparation of taxation returns
• Maintenance of general ledger accounts, month end journals, and accruals
• Maintenance of fixed assets ledger
• Preparing contract billings and flight reports for clients
• Supporting the annual external audit process and preparation of taxation returns
• Working with the Payroll, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Engineering, and Operations functions as required
• Projects covering finance, operational and strategic planning, and business cases
• Liaising with personnel based in Sydney, Melbourne, Hobart, and Nowra

What we offer:

• Full time role based at our modern Paddington NSW offices
• Base salary of up to $125,000 pa + super, depending on experience
• Small supportive and friendly office environment
• Dynamic workplace with significant opportunities to gain experience across a broad range of areas
• Financial support and leave allowances towards relevant professional development opportunities
• Salary sacrificing options

Selection Criteria:

Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the ideal candidate will possess:

• Commercial accounting & taxation experience of 3+ years
• University Degree or equivalent finance qualification
• CPA / CA (or equivalent) membership
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & Word skills
• Familiarity with Xero, Light Year systems
• Highly developed communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to independently prioritise work and meet deadlines
• Customer service skills
• Aviation industry experience
• Full Australian working rights

If you are seeking a professional part time finance opportunity and believe you can succeed in this role, please submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the above selection criteria in detail by no later than 20 January 2024.


Please note, we are a private advertiser, and do not require any job agency enquiries.

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