Job Description

Senior Finance Manager
Location: Sydney, NSW

The Onset is working with an established Australian brand in the skincare and consumer goods sector, currently undergoing a major business transformation. As part of this growth phase, they are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Finance Manager to join their high-performing finance team, reporting directly to the Finance Director.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day finance operations across multiple functions, including financial reporting, commercial analysis, and process improvement initiatives.

• Own month-end and year-end close, audit preparation, and ensure a smooth delivery of external reporting and compliance requirements.

• Oversee a mix of onshore (Senior Accountant, Graduate Accountant) and offshore (AP, AR, Assistant Accountant) resources, ensuring high performance and operational efficiency.

• Drive improvements in financial systems and processes using SAP (ERP), Netstock (inventory), and Focus (reporting).

• Support and influence decision-making by enhancing commercial reporting and partnering across sales, eCommerce, marketing, and supply chain teams.

• Contribute to ongoing business transformation projects, including AI-driven financial insights and R&D initiatives.

• Identify and implement financial process optimisation strategies, and contribute to long-term scalability of finance operations.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a similar Finance Manager or Senior Accountant position with demonstrated commercial acumen.

• Hands-on exposure to ERP systems (SAP preferred) and BI/reporting tools.

• Excellent attention to detail, ability to challenge constructively, and a mindset for continuous improvement.

• Ability to lead and mentor both onshore and offshore teams in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills and comfort working in a cross-functional, business partnering capacity.

• CPA/CA qualified or equivalent preferred.

Does this sound like your next gig? Apply now or contact Megan on 0415 786 968