Financial Manager (Part-Time)

We are looking for a part-time Financial Manager to join our friendly team! Are you looking for a role that offers great work-life balance and still means continued career growth?Do you want to work for a thriving company?Are you looking to join a supportive organisation with a proven track record of excellence?Then look no further! A bit about us Be a part of a highly skilled team here at Lowes Industries! With over 50 years' operating in the industry, we are a fuel tanker manufacturing, servicing and engineering company who places great importance on our values and providing a great culture for our team. Our products are top of the line and we strive for excellence in every aspect of our work. Our mission is to build a renowned brand, known for living our values and delivering on our commitments to customers, staff and stakeholders alike; with a range of products that are second to none. About the role Due to the continued growth that we are experiencing as a business and the pending retirement of our current Financial Manager, we need are now in need of a part-time Financial Manager to assist our skilled finance team. This role is based on-site – approximately 25-35 hours per week.  We believe this role would be a great opportunity for someone who is wanting a position that works around school or similar hours without having to take a step back in their career. Please note that this is not a remote work position. General duties We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Financial Manager to: Manage and oversee the entire financial processes, output and the current finance team (two – three staff);Be responsible for managing all financial operations, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting, and contributing to our strategic financial planning;Handle day-to-day entries, month-end close, payroll, GST and PAYE;Review and pay billings;Develop and refine company processes, setting and testing internal controls and performing key bookkeeping tasks when necessary.We are looking for a highly motivated individual, with strong computer literacy skills, particularly in Microsoft tools. The successful candidate will have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure as well as a strong passion for customer service. We are requiring someone with strong values that align with our mission and someone who acts with integrity in their profession. Our current accounting system is quite old (Syteline) and we intend on replacing this system with a more modern system in the next year. We need someone who is capable and willing to be actively involved in the transition of our accounting system. Key tasks The successful candidate will report directly to the General Manager and be responsible for the following tasks: Day-to-day work  Day to day and Monthly Accounting Entries: Working with the team to ensure all daily financial transactions are completed (these include but are not limited to invoicing, payroll, collections, accounts payable, cash application, journal, credit checks etc) Month end Reconciliation and accounting entries: Preparing (some) and reviewing all month end entries and reconciliations. Reporting: Preparing monthly management reports within 8 days of month end.  This will include graphical and automated summaries, leading and lagging indicators and any information that would be helpful to drive the business forward.Reporting: Running monthly finance meetings and presenting key financial items. Accounts Management: Releasing AP and Payroll payments from the bank as appropriate. Tax & Compliance: Handle GST, PAYE, and other tax filings, ensuring all financial regulations are met. Accounting Reporting: Budgets and regular cashflow forecasts including scenarios as appropriate.  Process Improvement: Enhance efficiency, update controls, and review back-office processes. Payroll: Oversee payroll accuracy and compliance. Risk & Insurance:  Review and Maintain the company Risk Matrix and Insurance Renewals and Processes are followed. Assets:  The management process and recording of all fixed assets.  Documentation: Maintain accurate records and keep documentation current. Ad-Hoc Tasks: Take on additional projects / analysis as needed. Detailed Business Analysis: Conducting regular financial analysis to identify trends and provide actionable insights.Leadership Leadership: Mentoring, coaching and guiding the current finance team for all standard processes.  Ideally in due course with sufficient coaching the team will prepare the main financial drafts, and the financial manager will be in a mostly review position. This ensures the financial manager is then spending time on additional financial analysis, insights, and strategy. Collaboration: Working with the management team, to maximise company productivity and progression towards strategy.Strategy Process improvement: Automate as many processes and systems as possible to ensure the finance principles of cost reduction, automation and simplification are attained. Strategy & Planning: Working with the rest of the company's leadership team to support the company's strategy and future direction.Support Ad hoc work as required. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) This role will be subject to weekly and monthly KPIs. These will be designed in alignment with the role's key responsibilities and in conjunction with the General Manager. Some examples of what these may look like: Timeliness of invoicing and financial management reporting and analysis;Collection metrics;Leading and preparing budgets and forecasting;Providing analysis for strategic planning;Submissions and management of all compliance requirements;Net promoter scores from the team. Attributes You must be humble, hungry and intelligent.  This is a dynamic and fast-moving company. You must be humble enough to receive feedback, smart enough to interact with high EQ and hungry enough to drive us forward to the new level;Strong knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles;An expert in the Microsoft Suite, and the adaptability to pick up other software platforms with ease;Experience with mainstream accounting systems (MYOB, Xero etc);Excellent communication skills - a straight shooter and clear communicator;You must be detail-orientated;Confident in your profession and character;Have an open mind and a positive attitude!Someone that can think on their feet and is motivated;Have a high standard of work ethic and professionalism;Ability to work independently and within a team. Qualifications and skills REQUIRED: Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field;DESIRED: Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Public Accountant (CPA);REQUIRED: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office suite.