Finance Manager

Finance Manager

At Penguin Random House Australia, we strive to be the best home for our authors and people, the most service-oriented partner for our customers, and to put readers at the centre of everything we do. We are seeking a talented and motivated Finance Manager to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission of publishing the best books in the world at our Distribution Centre in Scoresby VIC* .

The main focus is to oversee our financial operations and ensure the financial health of our organization. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in finance and accounting, excellent analytical skills, and the ability to lead and mentor a team. This role will involve close collaboration with various departments to support strategic decision-making and drive financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Complete and coordinate the month-end process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Prepare and present the Profit & Loss (P&L) statement and balance sheet.
• Conduct General Ledger (G/L) reconciliation reviews and ensure the integrity of the balance sheet.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts, focusing on Cost of Goods Sold (COGS) and indirect overheads.
• Coordinate the taxation compliance program for Penguin Random House.
• Oversee the completion of Management Reporting through Magnitude, including the monthly MAM Pack, quarterly C Pack, CI Pack, and the annual Budget Pack.
• Ensure timely completion of statutory reporting obligations for Penguin Random House Australia.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and compliance with accounting standards.
• Provide support for external and internal audits.
• Offer decision support and financial advice to various departments.
• Manage treasury functions, optimizing the company's financial resources.
• Uphold governance and internal control standards.
• Drive continuous improvement of financial processes and systems.
• Mentor, coach, and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Qualifications:

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant experience in accounting/finance.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Effective delegation and organizational skills.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications.
• CPA or CA qualified.
• Strong technical accounting and taxation experience.
• Experience working on change projects involving core accounting functions, including strong experience in process change and continuous improvement.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal).
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Complex problem-solving skills.
• High level of experience and understanding of Finance ERP systems and G/L module integration.
• Intermediate/advanced Excel skills.

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to work with a passionate and dedicated team in a leading publishing company.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values creativity and innovation.

How to Apply:

If you are a finance professional with a passion for books and a desire to make a meaningful impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience.

Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.

*We will be relocating to Dandenong South in 2025.

Penguin Random House is the world’s largest trade book publisher, boasting an impressive list of authors from cherished favourites to future classics across many genres and platforms. In Australia and New Zealand, we are proud to work with the most talented writers, thinkers and achievers and publish a diverse range of local and international voices. We are the leading publisher distributing books across Australia and New Zealand, focusing on speed and reliability to reach our customers and bring the very best books to readers everywhere. Our 400+ creative and passionate people from various backgrounds and experiences work together to uphold our reputation for excellence and clear commitment to service throughout the entire publishing process, and help us to achieve exceptional results. More information can be found at https://www.penguin.com.au/ and https://www.penguin.co.nz/.

Penguin Random House is committed to providing a workplace and culture that values diversity and inclusion across all levels of the business. We recognise and acknowledge the contribution of people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. This includes, however is not limited to, differences in gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation and family status.

Company: Penguin Random House Australia Pty Ltd 

Country: Australia 

State/Region: Victoria 

City: Scoresby 

Postal Code: 3179 

Job ID: 275017