Finance Manager

What you'll do • Lead and support the Finance team, providing clear direction, guidance and day-to-day operational oversight.

• Contribute to a consistent Procreate culture and foster a positive, collaborative team environment.

• Ensure all financial reporting is accurate, timely and aligned with business needs.

• Deliver monthly reporting against budget and provide insight to support decision-making.

• Prepare financial statements and annual reports.

• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax obligations and reporting standards.

• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, the ATO, ASIC and banking partners.

• Approve Accounts Payable payments and oversee cashflow and banking activities.

• Troubleshoot accounting and taxation issues, presenting solutions where required.

• Oversee financial systems (including Xero) to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.

• Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost management and process improvement.

• Support the development and delivery of the annual budget in partnership with key stakeholders.

• Establish and maintain internal financial policies, controls and governance frameworks.

• Ensure financial processes align with audit requirements and best practice standards.

• Support teams across the business to understand and adhere to financial policies and processes.

Required Skills • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, with CA or CPA certification and up-to-date CPD.

• Significant experience in a financial leadership role within a business environment.

• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory and consolidated reporting.

• A solid understanding of Australian taxation rules and regulatory requirements.

• Experience delivering clear, accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders.

• Proficiency with financial systems including Xero, and strong Excel capability.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.

• A structured, methodical approach to problem solving and financial management.

What to expect in the first 6–12 months • Complete the Procreate onboarding process and get to know your colleagues.

• Build a strong understanding of our financial systems, processes and reporting requirements.

• Establish clear visibility across financial operations and reporting.

• Strengthen internal controls, policies and compliance processes.

• Contribute to budgeting, planning and financial strategy discussions.

• Provide consistent, reliable reporting to support executive decision-making.