Aspire Software is looking to hire an experienced and dynamic Finance Manager Australia to join our team in Australia!

The Finance Manager Australia will report to the Director of Finance in North America. This successful Finance Manager Australia will coordinate and manage period-end close, budgeting and forecasting, statutory audits, and integrations of new businesses and ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis for a portfolio of acquired companies, as well as lead projects impacting their accounting and provide guidance on the more complex accounting issues. The current portfolio is 8 Australian software companies with annualized revenues of circa 40MM-USD.

Here is a little window into our company: Aspire Software, the operational arm of Valsoft Corp, operates and manages Valsoft’s global portfolio of wholly owned software companies, providing mission-critical solutions across multiple verticals. By implementing industry best practices, Aspire delivers a time-sensitive integration process, and the operation of a decentralized model has allowed it to become a hub for creating rapid growth by reinvesting in its portfolio.

Our motto is 'Be Humble, Stay Hungry!'

The successful candidate will work in a hybrid work model from either our office in Adelaide or Melbourne, with occasional ad-hoc travel across Australia and the rest of the world required!

What Your Day Will Look Like:

• Drive the financial planning of Australian companies by analyzing the performance and risks of the assets
• Set targets for and supervise all accounting and finance personnel (Accounting, FP&A, AR, AP)
• Working closely with the Managing Directors to understand their business and needs
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports
• Build and manage monthly, quarterly, and annual forecasts and track KPIs
• Monitor and analyze the performance strategies to identify areas of opportunity respond with action plans to ensure execution to meet and exceed financial targets
• Monitor the financial health of the portfolio and ensure positive cash flow
• Lead and organize the annual statutory audits and ensure all fillings are completed
• Develop strategies to increase return on investment and profitability
• Oversee and review accounting tasks, including tax and compliance
• Ensure effective financial internal controls and continually evaluate established policies and procedures
• Collaborate with the integration team of newly acquired companies by producing opening balances, complete financials, and onboarding on Valsoft finance procedures
• Maintain high-level interaction with the corporate finance department
• Actively participate in the processes related to the sale or acquisition of companies
• Manage a local Finance team

About You:

• A qualified Financial Accountant with at least a bachelor's degree or above in Accounting, Finance, Economics or similar is essential
• 8+ years of experience in a similar role, including at least 3+ years in team management, is essential
• Ability to manage risks by ensuring that effective and efficient internal controls are in place without compromising operational efficiency and flexibility
• Extensive knowledge and skill in multiple disciplines to be able to integrate them effectively and a capacity to understand and interpret conflicting goals and needs of diverse groups
• Fast learner and adaptable – time management skills and ability to meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Oracle NetSuite ERP (or similar) is considered an asset
• Ability to visualize efficient processes and implement them
• Excellent organizational skills and time management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel
• Being fluent in English, both written and verbal, is essential
• Must be legally authorized to work in Australia

For information about Aspire Software, please visit our website at www.aspiresoftware.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Ofload, we're at the forefront of digital freight services, empowering businesses to build efficient, flexible, and sustainable supply chains. Our mission is to achieve zero waste in trucking by digitising the transport industry.

Every day in Australia, around 30% of trucks travel empty and a further 50% are idle amounting to mass inefficiency and harmful environmental impacts. 

Since 2020, we've successfully removed over 5 million empty kms from Australian roads. Our customer base has expanded to over 250 businesses, and we proudly support small business carriers by connecting them with household brands like Asahi, Metcash, and Noumi.

As part of our sustainability commitment, we partnered with Trace to measure, reduce and offset our emissions, actively working to minimise our own environmental impact.

In 2022, we propelled our growth through the strategic acquisition of a Melbourne-based logistics company, and raised $60m in Series B funding. Notably, we were recognised by the Australian Financial Review as one of Australia’s Most Innovative Companies.

Fast forward to 2023, Ofload was named a Deloitte Tech Fast 50 Company in Australia, and secured the 4th spot on the LinkedIn Top Startups List 2023. And here's the exciting part – we're just getting started!

We are looking to grow our team and welcome people excited by the opportunity to transform the logistics industry. If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team driving change,  join us on this incredible journey!

The Role:

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Finance Analyst to join our finance transformation team. This role is crucial in driving the transformation and automation of our financial processes to support our scaling finance operations.

You will work and learn from our Digital Transformation Manager, working on a wide range of projects including ERP implementation, the integration of systems to accelerate post merger integration of acquired companies, revenue recognition project for intercompany transactions, assistance with revamping how Invoice variations for shipments are managed, creation, documentation and review of various finance dashboards and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work on a variety of finance focused projects, with both the finance team and the greater Ofload business
• Assist in the implementation and optimization of ERP systems, ensuring smooth integration with existing processes and systems
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable automation initiatives, streamlining processes to improve efficiency and accuracy
• Conduct analysis and review of financial data, providing insights and recommendations to support decision-making
• Assist in the development and maintenance of financial dashboards and reports, ensuring accuracy and relevance
• Participate in the testing of information flow as we integrate various systems, particularly from a finance perspective
• Document financial processes and procedures, ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations
• Reconciling accounts and resolving discrepancies as needed
• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance team as required, contributing to the overall success of the department.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field.
• Understanding of financial processes and accounting principles.
• Experience in managing the implementation of new systems and processes
• Experience in process improvement
• Knowledge of various different finance and information systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

At Ofload we prioritise impact, aptitude and passion, so we’d encourage you to apply if you do not meet all the above criteria.

Life at Ofload

At Ofload, our values are in our DNA and underpin the work we do every day. We are proud of the collaborative, diverse and innovative culture we continue to build. The Ofload team is motivated by a shared ambition to digitise the logistics industry and have a truckload of fun while doing it! As well as the opportunity to join a high-growth organisation with the ability to make a meaningful impact everyday, you will enjoy;

• Working in a hybrid environment with a split of in-office and working from home. Our philosophy on working is one built around connection, inclusion and flexibility.
• Holistic wellness support for you and your family through our wellbeing partnership with Acacia Connection
• Generous parental leave entitlements including 16 weeks primary caregiver leave and continued superannuation contributions
• Annual learning and development budget to support your professional growth
• Paid volunteer leave to support the causes that matter to you

Plus all the exciting perks of joining a startup - epic Ofload swag, weekly catered breakfasts, monthly team lunch, a reward and recognition program and plenty of social events.

Ofload is committed to building diverse and inclusive teams, and a culture where people can bring their whole authentic selves to work each day. Applications are highly encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people; and equity target groups including women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people who identify as LGBTIQ.
We endeavour to create an equitable recruitment process with an even playing field for all candidates. If you require any adjustments to be made, please let a member of our recruitment team know.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MAIN PURPOSE OF ROLE

• This position is responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining an effective business partnering capability that will provide Business Units with timely and appropriate support, financial information and analytical tools to manage performance of the Business Units. This position is the key contact for Business Units, especially for Sales and Marketing teams, and has the ability to influence decision making and assist with driving Business Units' performance. Role supports two key business units: Cardiac Rhythm Management (CRM) and Electrophysiology Heart Failure (EPHF) Divisions

Your key responsibilities would include but not be limited to:

• Finance business partner to Corporate Accounts Manager responsible for and Tenders. This will include preparing and participating in business reviews and planning cycles (LBE) reviews.

• Working closely with Commercial business to evaluate margin impact related to investment decisions, pricing and promotions, and business development opportunities to support the making of decisions.

• Ensuring pricing proposals are compliant with corporate pricing policy across the CRM & EPHF business and authorisation is properly documented.

• Update and monitor market status of products within the customer groups.  Understand the impact of market dynamics, share, and innovation on the forecast assumptions.

• Act as the single provider of relevant business unit data to the Finance Controllers for consolidation into FP&A reporting including Plan, LBE, and long-term innovation forecasts. 

• Prepare Corporate Account reports, ad hoc reporting and/or analysis as required by Corporate Accounts Manager.

• Manage and develop one direct report. 

• Oversee the rebate and Sales incentive process performed by direct report including:

• timely & accurate calculation and accrual of monthly rebates and payments are executed in accordance with approved Rebate agreements and properly authorized in accordance with corporate policy.

• Timely & accurate calculation of sales incentive and relevant accruals for the CRM/EPHF divisions in accordance with annual sales incentive plans.

• Sales territory alignment within SAP for Abbott Medical divisions.

• Defining and implementing best practice planning and control techniques in line with business needs. 

What makes you a successful candidate?

• 5+ years of working experiences in multiple financial positions including financial reporting & analysis, and commercial business support with multinational companies.

• Good understanding of Healthcare, Pharma and Medical device industry preferred.

• Experience in strategic analysis & planning and execution, performance metrics, project evaluation and commercial acumen.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to simplify complex situations and synthesise, communicate and present complex information. 

• Insightful, comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty, pro-active, collaborative and consultative.

• CA/CPA qualified.

Abbott provides some fantastic benefits for our employees, these include:

• Free Parking

• Flexible working options

• Leading Training and development programs

• Discounted Healthcare

• Discounted Shares program

• Wellness program that includes Fresh fruit etc.

• Easy access to public transport, bus and rail

• AND…..Lots, lots more

Abbott provides some fantastic benefits for our employees, these include:

• Leading Learning and Development opportunities

• Wellness programs

• Discounted share options

• Being part of an organisation reputed to be a World’s Top Employer recognised for our workplace culture that values healthy living, diversity and equal opportunity

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Abbott is committed to building a diverse workforce that values diversity across gender, age, culture, disability and lifestyle.

In order to be eligible to work for Abbott in Australia or New Zealand, you must hold current working rights with no restrictions for the respective country applicable.

We ask that recruiters respect our internal recruitment process and PSA panel by refraining from contacting us or forwarding unsolicited profiles.

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About frank green

frank green isn’t a person, it’s a philosophy. We are frank about living green.

Our purpose is to stop single-use plastics. So, we create beautifully designed, functional, and innovative sustainable products that fit into your life, that you love to use and reuse, over and over again. Because we want to give people around the world the power and desire to make easy, sustainable change.

Your New Role

As the Finance Business Partner - Sales, you'll serve as the crucial link between finance, sales, and marketing, ensuring alignment of financial strategies with the dynamic objectives of our Sales and Marketing Teams. Primarily based at our head office in South Melbourne, you will also be spending time at our Warehouse in Dandenong South.

Reporting directly to the Head of Finance, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding short and long-term financial planning, overseeing budgets, providing insightful analysis, and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. Your ability to cultivate strong relationships with our sales and marketing teams will be instrumental in driving financial and strategic success within our organisation.

Your Day to Day

• Gather and synthesise data for Profit and Loss (P&L) analysis.
• Engage in scenario planning to navigate potential financial scenarios.
• Spearhead development of comprehensive fixed budgets, collaborating with sales and marketing teams.
• Monitor month-to-month execution of plans, balancing revenue and expense management.
• Craft detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual management reports.
• Analyse financial and operational data to provide actionable insights.
• Prepare and present reports to executives and/or the Board of Directors.
• Create robust financial forecasts spanning 4-18 quarters.
• Conduct regular re-forecasting incorporating real-time market dynamics.
• Provide ad-hoc analysis and strategic recommendations to management.

Your Skills

• CA or CPA Qualified.
• Mastery of financial principles including budgeting, forecasting, and analysis.
• Strong analytical capabilities to distil complex data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication skills for translating financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Proven ability to collaborate seamlessly with cross-functional teams.
• Adaptability to navigate evolving business conditions and shifting priorities.
• Proficiency in financial modelling, data analysis tools, and enterprise-level financial software.
• Track record of fostering strong business partnerships, especially with sales teams.
• Advanced problem-solving skills and experience with NetSuite and BI tools advantageous.

The Perks

• A culture of smart, engaged, values driven people, where everybody’s voice matters.
• Staff discount on frank green products.
• Celebration birthday day off as paid leave.
• Plenty of autonomy and opportunity to grow.
• Fun and inclusive staff events and celebrations.
• Dog friendly offices.

Our Culture:

At frank green, we strongly believe in diversity and inclusion, and we make sure that our people feel welcome and our culture incorporates everyone's perspectives and experience.

We're creative, pragmatic and driven by the pursuit of “anything is possible”, but there's enjoyment in every meeting because we thoroughly enjoy the work we do and the impact it has. We're constantly growing, learning, adapting, and trying new things.

To Apply

We are always excited to hear from passionate, talented people. If this position sounds like your next job hit APPLY NOW!

Our team is looking for an enthusiastic and driven Project Controller to start immediately in our busy Townsville office on a fixed term contract of 12 months.

What will a day in this role look like:

• Working in teams to ensure proper controls on the projects and assisting Project Managers (PM’s) and operational leaders to deliver optimal profit and cash results for AECOM. 
• Drive the P&L and cash performance of AECOM by providing insight to PM’s and operational leaders on how project and business profitability and cash performance can be improved.
• Monitor and prepare financial information relating to the projects within their portfolio and ensuring that project risks and opportunities are identified early. 
• Be based in our busy Townsville office and work across multidisciplinary teams.

Are you ready to join our team as a Business Insurance Sales Consultant? We're looking for a passionate and engaging professional to drive our business insurance sales and provide exceptional service to our customers.

As a Business Insurance Sales Consultant, you will:

• Follow up warm leads from potential clients who have registered on our website, and in time, progress to handling inbound enquiries.
• Utilize your training and knowledge of BizCover's business insurance products to help customers find the right coverage for their specific needs.
• Maintain excellent communication skills to ensure a positive experience for everyone who engages with BizCover, whether they become a customer or not.
• Drive sales and meet key performance indicators (KPIs) to contribute to our ongoing success.
• Adhere to all legislative and quality assurance requirements to ensure compliance and customer satisfaction.

• Prior experience in sales, preferably in a phone-based environment, although not essential.
• Knowledge of commercial insurance or other insurance products would be advantageous, but not required.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain rapport with customers.
• A passion for customer service and a commitment to delivering top-notch experiences on every call.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn and grow within our dynamic team.

• *Work from home opportunity (if not based in Sydney)
• *If based in Sydney, flexible working opportunity (combination of home and office)
• $55,000 base + uncapped Commission, our consultants regularly earn between $100k and $125k per year
• Exciting and rewarding team culture
• Quarterly recognition awards
• Business Casual dress code
• Rewarding Employee Incentive Program
• Employee benefits package
• Growing company with progression opportunities

The Company

Johnson Controls is the Global leader for smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings. At Johnson Controls, we’ve been making buildings smarter since 1885, and our capabilities, depth of innovation experience, and global reach have been growing ever since. Today, we offer the world’s largest portfolio of building products, technologies, software, and services; we put that portfolio to work to transform the environments where people live, work, learn and play.

About this role:

Gordon Brothers was acquired by Johnson Controls in 2023. We are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Manager to lead the accounting operation and finance activities of Gordon Brothers. This role will partner with the acquisition finance team and business, drive competitive and sustainable business growth through independent, objective and value-creating financial analytics.

Responsibilities include:

• Integrate the acquisition to comply with JCI accounting policies and procedures, including day-to-day finance processes, revenue recognition on project and services accounting, establishing the new financial delegation of authorities, segregation of duties, and reconciliations.

• Responsible for annual Plan and rolling forecast. Oversees the business planning and forecasting process for the area of responsibility and ensures delivery of accurate and timely forecasts.

• Establish and oversee processes and tools necessary to obtain transparent and reliable financial data and business information. Ensure high quality of financial data and business information in line with defined standards and financial closing schedules.

• Partner with business to provide in-depth, accurate and timely analysis to support the decision making. Identify issues and advise management on action plans and operational strategies to resolve. Drive appropriate cost structure, productivity optimization, and capital efficiency. Manage and closely monitor the cash flow and takes action to improve Net Working Capital.

• Assess business risk exposure and defines risk mitigation strategies to reduce impact on business performance. Ensure risk management processes are consistently implemented in own area of responsibility. Identify and communicate commercial and financial risks and opportunities from business propositions.

• Ensure transparency in financial reporting and disclosures. Define and implement internal controls regarding financial and non-financial operations. Ensure compliance with corporate and country standards, regulations, and guidelines.

• Develop the finance integration plan with the business and other JCI functions.

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Finance and / or Accounting.

• Recognized professional accountancy qualification (CA, CPA) is required.

• M&A experience.

• 8+ years’ experience in finance, accounting and auditing related areas with a focus on business analytics and solid accounting / financial experience.

• 5+ years of solid team management experience.

• Strong strategical-thinking skill, decisive and logical.

• Advanced Excel and data management skills are required.

• Knowledge of the Pronto ERP is highly desirable.

• Knowledge of OneStream (similar Hyperion/HFM) is highly desirable.

• Project management skill is desirable.

How to Apply

Click on the APPLY button to submit your application in confidence. Feel free to reach out for a confidential discussion on 0417 445 920- Amy.

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JCI’s Diversity & Inclusion 

Our dedication to diversity and inclusion starts with our values. We lead with integrity and purpose, focusing on the future and aligning with our customers’ vision for success. Our High-Performance Culture ensures that we have the best talent that is highly engaged and eager to innovate. ​​​​​​ Our D&I mission elevates each employee’s responsibility to contribute to our culture. It’s through these contributions that we’ll drive the mindsets and behaviors we need to power our customers’ missions. You have the power. You have the voice. You have the culture in your hands.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes. Any resumes sent to JCI without the request from JCI’s Talent Acquisition team will not be recognised as an introduction.

Do you want to be part of something big?

We are on the search for 4 x Claims Specialists to start on 18 March 2024.

Honey launched in June 2021 with the largest Seed funding round in Australian history of $15.5 million led by RACQ, AGL, Mirvac, Metricon and many other industry leading Australian companies. Together with our strategic partners, we want to make it easy for more Australians to protect their most important assets – their homes.

This isn’t your average customer service role. We’re looking for individuals with a self-starter mentality who want to be part of building the Honey brand. You bring the passion, we’ll bring all the training and support you need to get started.

*Please note, this is a Sydney based role. Only candidates currently located in Sydney will be considered*

What we're offering:

This a fantastic opportunity for individuals looking for a new career as part and to be part of an organisation changing the insurance industry and customer experience for the better.

A day in your (potential) life as a Claims Consultant:

• Responding to new and existing home insurance claim enquiries through a variety of channels (phone, web, email, etc.). 
• Educating customers on the Honey products and services. 
• Supporting our customers through their claim process efficiently. 
• Working with claims supply chain to get customers back in their pre-loss position quickly and easily.
• Gathering feedback from customer conversations and sharing opportunities for process and system improvement with the broader Honey Product & Engineering teams.
• Responding to customer complaints as they arise, and working with colleagues to improve internal processes.

Our ideal candidates possess:

• A passion for delivering an outstanding customer experience.
• The ability to work on a rotating roster between the hours of 8am - 7pm Sydney time.
• Experience in a customer facing role (Claims and Contact Centre preferred, however not essential).
• The ability to connect with customers, ask probing questions and identify the right Honey solutions to suit their needs.
• Great written and verbal communication with a high level of confidence communicating with customers through various channels.

What we're offering:

• A market leading salary. We want to achieve success together!
• Hybrid Working (and we mean it)! Some of our team work from home for most of the week, whereas others enjoy the face-to-face interaction and come in more frequently. We are genuinely flexible and encourage our team to work in a way that suits them.
• Training & Development from structured onboarding to bring you up to speed on everything Honey, to development opportunities based on your career goals, we provide you with a platform to launch your career.
• Performance Based Incentives. Our incentives are based on delivering exceptional customer outcomes, 5 Star customer ratings here we come!

The Low Down

Honey is Australia’s first smart home insurance for the modern-day homeowner, renter or landlord, on a mission to eliminate the majority of avoidable accidents that happen in the home. We do this through a re-imagined approach to home insurance that lets customers easily sign-up with the right level of cover by using satellite and third party data, and then provide customers with smart home technology to help protect their homes.

We took Australia by storm when it launched in June 2021 with the largest Seed funding round in Australian history of $15.5 million led by RACQ, AGL, Mirvac, Metricon and many other industry leading Australian companies. And we are growing fast.

We are looking for a Partnerships Associate to work alongside the VP of Partnerships and the Partnerships team. You’ll be responsible for supporting the Partnerships team with various growth and optimisation activities for key strategic partnerships (think the biggest names in financial services, energy, builders) to enable the continued success of Honey.

Key Aspects of the Role 

• Supporting with the optimisation of existing strategic partnerships and their respective customer experiences
• Reviewing sales data and assisting with the creation of strategies to improve the go-to-market approach in partner distribution channels.
• Engaging multiple stakeholders (internal and external) to manage their tactical and transactional requirements and any partner platform improvements, focussing on the client experience.
• Work closely with the Partnerships team to organise and attend strategic partner events, sponsorships, awards etc. 
• Provide regular updates and report on actual performance to plan and activity to improve conversion in partner channels (i.e. - optimisation).

Our Ideal Candidate

Relationship management and customer service skills are a priority. This means the ideal applicant will possess the following qualities:

• Has a friendly and personable demeanour, making interactions enjoyable and effortless.
• Shows empathy and understands the value of prioritising customer needs.
• Consistently maintains a professional attitude.
• Displays exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, and possesses a natural inclination to connect with people instead of relying solely on emails.
• Demonstrates a proactive approach by taking initiative. and is proactive with stakeholder management and partner engagement.

What we're offering:

• A market leading salary. We want to achieve success together!
• Hybrid Working (and we mean it)! Some of our team work from home for a majority of the week, others enjoy the face-to-face interaction and come in more frequently. We are genuinely flexible and encourage our team to work in a way that suits them.
• Training & Development from structured onboarding to bring you up to speed on everything Honey, to development opportunities based on your career goals, we provide you with a platform to launch your career.
• Performance Based Incentives. Our incentives are based on delivering exceptional customer outcomes, 5 Star customer ratings here we come!