4-day week in a finance leadership role Broad scope across finance and operations Location: Perth RETAINED SEARCH / EXCLUSIVE LISTING About our client Our client is a WA-based industrial services and manufacturing business operating across sealing and protective coating works. Established in 2002, the business has a team of around 15 employees and supports project-based operations across WA, with activity influenced by customer schedules, seasonal demand and project cycles. This is a close-knit business where leaders work directly with each other and where contribution is visible. The environment suits someone who can communicate clearly, work with different personalities and apply sound judgement across both financial and operational matters. For the right person, this is an opportunity to work closely with the COO and CEO, provide commercial support to decision making and become a key part of a business with further potential to develop its systems, reporting and operational support structure. About the opportunity This is a hands-on Finance Controller role with responsibility across finance, payroll and business support. You will oversee core financial administration while also supporting operational activity across the business. The role suits someone who is comfortable working at both detail and business level, and who can move between payroll, reconciliations, supplier management, job costing and broader support to leadership. In a business of this size, success will come from being practical, organised and willing to step in where needed. In this role, you will: Ensure payroll is processed accurately and on time for all employees Oversee accounts payable, accounts receivable and financial reconciliations Support month-end requirements including payroll tax, superannuation and supplier payments Manage job costing allocation and finance administration within MYOB Provide financial and operational support to leadership across business activities The role includes weekly payroll, maintaining employee records, reconciling bank accounts, petty cash and credit card expenses, preparing supplier payments, monitoring transactions in MYOB and supporting end-of-month processes. You will also coordinate operational administration including accommodation bookings, purchase orders, onboarding documentation, PPE and workforce compliance. Over time, this role will support stronger process discipline, better visibility across costs and practical support for continued business growth. About you We are looking for someone with a finance background who is comfortable taking ownership in a hands-on business environment. You will combine financial capability with business judgement and be able to see that numbers reflect broader operational performance. You will also be someone who can communicate your point clearly without being aggressive, receive feedback well, read the room and adapt your communication style to the audience. This role will suit a person who is proactive, practical and motivated to contribute beyond the standard finance function. To be successful in this role, you will ideally have: A bookkeeping, finance administration or finance leadership background Demonstrated experience in end-to-end payroll processing Experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, petty cash and credit card reconciliations Strong MYOB capability across payroll, finance administration and job costing Experience supporting month-end processes including payroll tax, superannuation, supplier payments and reconciliations Experience in a blue-collar, operational, project-based or manufacturing environment Experience supporting operational or site-based teams with onboarding, contracts, accommodation, uniforms and PPE Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage changing priorities Strong business and commercial acumen A current driver's licence and reliable transport to access the site Working at Heights certification highly regarded, or willingness to manage workforce compliance requirements A willingness to undergo drug and alcohol testing for employment Ability to obtain a police clearance if required by the employer Experience working to similar KPOs will be highly regarded, particularly across payroll accuracy, supplier payments, reconciliations, job costing and workforce administration. What's on offer This role offers the chance to take ownership of the finance function in a business where your contribution has a direct impact on operations. The 4-day week structure provides flexibility while still allowing you to hold a central role in the business. You will also be joining at a point where there is scope to help shape process and support the next stage of development. For someone who enjoys working closely with leadership, contributing ideas and improving how a business operates, this role offers job satisfaction, visibility and the chance to make a measurable contribution. It will suit a person who likes being relied upon and wants to play a meaningful part in a business with further potential. How to apply Submit your CV outlining your experience and suitability for the role. Applications are welcome from candidates based locally or interstate. Your application will be handled according to our privacy policy: https://11recruitment.com.au/privacy-policy. 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