Finance Manager Needed for Strategic Financial Planning

Job Description: We are an Australian-based solar and battery company looking for a reliable and experienced Finance Manager / Bookkeeper to manage our financial operations on an ongoing basis. This is a long-term role for someone who can take ownership of our finances, maintain accurate records, and provide clear reporting and insights to support business decisions. Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Financial Management Manage Xero daily (invoices, bills, transactions) Perform bank reconciliations Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records Reconcile Hubdoc and export to Xero Ensure correct integration and data flow between Tradify and Xero Payroll Process fortnightly payroll (small team) Manage superannuation obligations Accounts Payable & Receivable Review accounts payable and prepare payments Monitor accounts receivable Send invoice reminders and statements Track outstanding payments Cash Flow Management (Very Important) Track all inflows and outflows Monitor customer payments and supplier obligations Forecast weekly and monthly cash flow Identify potential cash shortages and provide updates Reporting Prepare: Profit & Loss Balance Sheet Cash Flow reports Track key metrics such as profit per job, costs, and outstanding receivables Ensure job costing data from Tradify aligns with financial reporting Compliance Assist with BAS preparation Ensure compliance with Australian requirements (PAYG, super, etc.) Requirements Strong experience with Xero (essential) Experience with Tradify (highly preferred) Experience with Australian accounting/compliance Good understanding of bookkeeping and financial reporting Excellent English communication (written and spoken) Strong attention to detail Organised and reliable Ability to work independently Nice to Have Experience with Hubdoc Experience working with Australian trades/solar companies Experience with job costing and project-based businesses