Senior Finance Manager - Strategic Leadership With Operational Ownership

Description:

Are you a senior finance leader ready to take the reins of a high-impact role that blends strategic oversight with hands-on delivery?
We are partnering with a highly regarded South Australian real estate business to appoint a Senior Finance Manager . This is a critical leadership role with full responsibility for the finance function ideal for someone who thrives in an independent, trusted position and brings a commercial lens to day-to-day operations.
You will work directly with the Principal to provide strategic financial advice while ensuring rigorous oversight of all compliance, payroll, reporting, and process improvement initiatives.
The Opportunity

• Senior-level role with broad operational scope and leadership accountability
• Direct line to the Principal and trusted advisor to the business
• Autonomy to lead, modernise and elevate finance and administration functions
• Opportunity to shape business operations, implement cloud-based systems, and drive efficiency gains

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all financial operations including reporting, forecasting, compliance, and controls
• Oversee Xero-based accounting , supported by an administration assistant for data entry
• Ensure timely and accurate lodgement of BAS, RTWSA, Payroll Tax, and superannuation
• Manage end-to-end payroll including sales commission structures
• Present monthly management reports and strategic insights to the Principal
• Lead business insurance renewal processes and ensure documentation compliance
• Provide oversight to the administration team and support Sales Trust functions (non-transactional)
• Support HR and operations with onboarding, contracts, and policy compliance
• Collaborate with external accountants and key business stakeholders

Who We’re Looking For

• Senior finance professional with broad commercial acumen and operational maturity
• Demonstrated experience in a Finance Manager , Financial Controller , or equivalent leadership role
• Deep knowledge of payroll, statutory compliance, and financial reporting
• Proven experience with Xero in a commercial setting
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship management skills
• High level of initiative, reliability, and strategic thinking

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Degree-qualified in Accounting, Commerce, or related discipline
• CPA/CA qualification desirable but not essential
• Experience in real estate, property, or professional services highly regarded
• Track record of leading system upgrades or process improvement projects

Why Join This Business?

• Join a respected, boutique brand with a strong market presence
• Make a direct impact on how the business operates and grows
• Enjoy full autonomy and close collaboration with a values-driven Principal
• Lead the modernisation of systems and workflows with your ideas and experience
• Competitive salary package based on experience

This is a rare senior opportunity to lead, shape and deliver—your way.

Submit your resume with a short cover note highlighting your relevant experience. For a confidential discussion, contact Leeann Soden at Hudson via Leeann.Soden@hudson.com with reference #245666
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Casual Loading
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