Finance Manager
The Role
Based in our Support Office in Malvern, and reporting to the Head of Finance, we have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to join our team to help drive our financial strategy and support business growth.
As Finance Manager, you will oversee the day-to-day financial operations for the Austin Group brands, managing the finance team and ensuring accurate financial planning and analysis. This role is crucial for strategic decision-making, budgeting, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. You will play a key role in driving efficiency and effectiveness within our finance department, supporting stakeholders across both internal teams and external partnerships. This role would be suitable for an accountant looking to transition to their first industry position.
Other responsibilities will include but not limited to:
- Financial Reporting: Oversee the monthly account preparation by the finance team, ensuring accuracy, adequate controls, and timeliness
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Collaborate with the Head of Finance on the annual budgeting process and analyse / investigate monthly account variances
- Compliance: Manage year-end tax compliance, oversee the sales audit, and reviewing BAS, FBT reporting, Payroll Tax, Workcover renewals
- Wholesale Business Partnering: Support GAZMAN and Cable Wholesale Manager’s with financial queries, maintaining strong debtor management
- Accounts Payable: Manage two Accounts Payable team members, and become a master user of Medius AP software, ensuring smooth processing and automation
- Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to foster a positive and productive work environment
- Strategic Support: Assist the Executive Management Team on various strategic initiatives and provide support on special projects
- Additional Duties: Assist Head of Finance in supporting the remaining members of the finance team as and when required, including insurance, property, banking and other group matters
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, CPA or CA qualification
- Previous experience in a Retail industry role or a Big 4 or mid-tier accountant
- An achiever who sets high standards
- A methodical and structured approach to work with excellent time management skills
- Ability to mentor and coach various team within the finance department
- Strong stakeholder management with proven ability to influence and communicate at all levels
- Highly organised to meet schedules and timeframes
- Strong presentation, written and verbal communication skills with a high level of Excel proficiency
- Motivated and outcome focused
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong fantastic attention to detail
- Positive and proactive ‘can do’ attitude
We provide:
- A competitive remuneration package
- Free onsite parking
- Generous product allowance
- 50% clothing discount off all of the Austin Group brands (GAZMAN, Perri Cutten, & Cable)
- A tailored induction program to ensure you have the best introduction to the business
- The opportunity to build your career with a successful, established and trusted Australian brand
- A chance to make a meaningful impact within a passionate, results-driven team
- A highly supportive management team
- Opportunities to attend fantastic social events throughout the year
About us
Austin Group is an established Australian owned and family run fashion retailer and wholesaler that includes some of Australia’s most iconic menswear and womenswear brands. Our portfolio of brands include GAZMAN, Cable and Perri Cutten. We proudly operate over 130 retail stores in Australia and supply to over 150 wholesale locations throughout Australia and NZ.
Our Culture
Austin Group’s family driven culture is built on our belief in authenticity, passion and always striving to ensure every interaction we have builds a truly personable relationship and delivers an experience that is beyond expected. We seek to inspire one another day in and day out with a proactive, collaborative and positive approach.
We look for passionate, skilled and energetic individuals who will be great brand ambassadors for our company and will join us on our journey as we grow and evolve these iconic Australian brands. Join us and love what you do. It makes for a great day at work!
Come and join us on our journey!
Team testimonials:
“Having worked previously at large scale organisations, one thing I noticed immediately at Austin Group is the sense of connection. Family owned and run, there is a real feeling of growth across each of the brands. Everything you work on is meaningful which provides excitement in the roles that we do. There is no shortage of passion at Austin Group!” Dean – Austin Group | Head of CRM
“I have had the privilege of working for GAZMAN for 11 ½ years now and absolutely love what I do. It’s more than just a job for me it’s about being part of a team that treats each other and their customers like family, it’s about working for a company that places importance on quality, value for money and career progression, and It’s also about being part of a team that encourages positivity, energy and fun in the workplace.” Belinda – VIC
If you have the required skills, have a positive and enthusiastic attitude and are looking to join a highly dedicated and passionate team, please apply online or email your application to jointheteam@austingroup.com.au
Other details
- Pay type Salary
- AUSTIN GROUP - Support Office, 1320 Malvern Rd, Malvern, Victoria, Australia