Are you energised by data, commercial problem-solving, and building strong financial capability in a fast-growing business? Do you thrive in an entrepreneurial environment where your insights directly shape decisions, performance, and strategy? We are seeking a high-performing Senior Finance Manager to join our client’s leadership team and take their rapidly expanding business to the next level. This is a hands-on, strategic role suited to someone analytical, commercially sharp, and motivated to build best-practice financial systems in a scaling organisation. Why you will love this role You will be a key strategic partner to the Managing Director and General Manager. You will lead with autonomy and influence the future of the organisation. You will take ownership of financial reporting, forecasting, commercial governance, project cost accounting and systems. You will work in a business that values innovation, continuous improvement and data-driven decision making. Key Responsibilities Deliver monthly P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and job costing reports Manage budgeting, forecasting, modelling and dashboard reporting Lead cost accounting, pricing reviews, and commercial governance Oversee cash flow, supplier payments, debtor management, WIP and inventory Lead the administration team and oversee the bookkeeper Maintain compliance, controls, systems (including Xero), and year ‑ end processes What You Bring Strong hands ‑ on financial management and cost accounting experience Background in manufacturing, construction, engineering, or project ‑ based industries preferred Advanced financial modelling and forecasting capability Data-driven mindset with the ability to translate numbers into action. Experience leading administration or finance support staff Excellent commercial acumen and communication skills Degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce (CPA/CA desirable) Who You Are Entrepreneurial, proactive, and hardworking Analytical, comfortable with data, and motivated to build robust financial capability Passionate about continuous improvement, better systems and smarter processes. Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of this expanding business. To apply, send your resume and cover letter to apply@eseconsulting.com.au and tell us why you’d be a great addition to our client’s team. To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact ESE Consulting (Bendigo) Pty Ltd on 03 5442 6676, quoting Ref No. 205347938176346. ESE Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and embrace inclusion and diversity in the workplace. We encourage people of diverse backgrounds to apply for roles including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, Culturally and Linguistically Diverse, LGBTIQ and people with a disability.
