Who we are… Founded in 2002, ELMO Software is the trusted provider of HR technology solutions to 2,000 mid-sized organisations and more than one million end users across Australia and New Zealand.With a comprehensive suite of ISO-certified solutions that span the full employee lifecycle, ELMO Software is designed to scale as organisations grow. Flexible and configurable, ELMO’s one-stop HRIS fits to your specific needs and workflows.Through powerful technology, automation, data and analytics, ELMO Software empowers HR professionals to play an integral role in company decision making. Life & Culture At ELMO you will be joining an epic team with the opportunity to make a big impact. We foster an authentic, collaborative, fun working environment and being an ELMOnian means you're part of an amazing team that will push you to grow, support you with challenges and allow you to shine. Some of our benefits include: Hybrid work set up Paid Parental leave - 12 weeks primary, 6 weeks secondary Birthday leave, YOU day each year, as well as connecting people leave (up to 2 weeks working from anywhere) Inhouse Learning and Development initiatives ELMO Social and Diversity clubs Wellbeing initiatives such as boot camp, yoga etc. Mental Health/EAP programs Flare Benefits (great discounts, novated leasing, salary sacrifice) Our values: Reimagine What's Possible - We believe innovation is human at its core. By staying open, fearless, and adaptive, we continuously push boundaries - while keeping people at the heart of everything we do. Obsess over Customers – Everything we do is designed to positively impact our customers. Help Others Thrive - Be they colleagues, communities or customers, we champion ways to help others thrive. Be Fearlessly Optimistic - We bring unwavering positivity to any challenge, as we know it will drive meaningful change. Please note: Our internal Talent Acquisition team has got this covered, we’re not open to using an agency for this role. Job Description Position Overview: Reporting to the Head of Financial Reporting, the Finance Manager is responsible for working closely with the leaders to ensure financial health and compliance, drive financial strategy, and support the company’s growth objectives. This role manages staff responsible for the day-to-day recording of all financial transactions, the control over the completeness and accuracy of financial records including validation and analysis of certain key performance indicators. The role includes checking and monitoring of work and controls, preparation of tax lodgements and other statutory submissions, financial report production and further analytical work. Desired Skills and Experience Key Responsibilities: The core responsibilities of the Finance Manager includes but is not limited to: Financial Reporting Ensure timely and accurate preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP/IFRS. Prepare and present financial reports to senior leaders. Manage the preparation and submission of statutory reports. Cash Flow Management Liaise with the FP&A team in the monitoring and management of cash flow, ensuring sufficient. liquidity for operational needs. Oversee accounts payable and billing processes. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure compliance with all financial regulations and standards. Continuous review or systems/processes and implement robust internal controls. Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisors, and other financial consultants. Team Leadership & Development Lead and mentor a team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Conduct performance reviews and provide professional development opportunities. Ensure effective delegation of tasks and responsibilities within the team. Supervision of the reporting, recording, processing and payment of purchases, including customer invoices, sales invoices, supplier invoices, commissions, corporate credit cards. Systems & Process Improvement Implement and enhance financial systems and processes to improve efficiency and accuracy. Stay current with industry trends and best practices, recommending improvements where applicable. Collaborate with IT to ensure the effective integration of financial systems. Ensures compliance with ELMO’s information security privacy policies and procedures. Key Performance Indicators Timely, efficient and accurate financial reporting. Timely, efficient and accurate recording, processing and payment of purchases. Timely, efficient and effective performance reviews for employees. Positional Qualifications, Attributes and Skills: Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, or related field; MBA or CPA preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance, in a related role. Experience with a Big 4 or in the SaaS industry is highly desirable. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Proficiency in financial modelling and analysis. Excellent knowledge of financial regulations. Advanced proficiency in financial software and MS Office Suite, particularly Excel. Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Strong leadership and team management abilities. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. High level of integrity and dependability. Strategic thinker with a proactive approach. Detail-oriented with a strong focus on accuracy.
