• Location
  • Sydney, Australia
  • Last Published
  • Dec. 4, 2024
  • Sector
  • Business Applications
  • Function
  • Accounting & Finance
SafetyCulture is a customer and product-led SaaS company, on a mission to help working teams get better every day. Our technology platform and products give frontline workers a voice and leaders the visibility to make smart decisions driving safety, quality, and continuous improvement. We are looking for an experienced Finance Manager for a 8 month MTC to oversee and manage all payroll-related functions and month-end financial reporting. This role will be responsible for ensuring compliance with payroll tax, superannuation, and related obligations, and for ensuring accurate payroll calculations, reporting, and record-keeping. Additionally, the Finance Manager will assist in month-end financial processes, cost allocation, and financial reporting, while also collaborating with other departments on ad hoc reporting needs and strategic projects. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented finance professional with a strong understanding of payroll, accounting, and financial systems.

How you will spend your time:

  • Oversee and review end to end payroll processing (including accounting for Payroll) performed by Senior Payroll Officer for 700+ employees across multiple entities and countries
  • Oversee timely reporting and payment of Payroll obligations within Australia (i.e. STP, PAYG, Superannuation and Payroll tax)
  • Oversee progress tracking of accounting month-end deliverables and ensure deadlines are met by the team
  • Review and assist with subsidiary P&L reviews, including providing payroll commentary and variance analysis
  • Contribute to month-end financial reporting, including cost allocation journals, commission accruals, and accruals and reconciliations for AL, LSL, and other payroll-related liabilities.
  • Preparation of accounting data and commentary for monthly Group reporting pack to SLT
  • Assist wider accounting team with technical queries and approval of employee expense reports
  • Review and recommend improved processes to increase efficiencies

About you:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
  • CA/CPA Qualified
  • At least 3 years’ experience in an industry finance role, with a strong focus on payroll, accounting, and financial reporting.
  • In-depth understanding of Australian payroll compliance (PAYG, Super, AL/LSL, Payroll tax), month-end reporting, and balance sheet reconciliation.
  • Sound knowledge of Microsoft Excel
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation
  • Strong attention to detail with a commitment to accuracy and maintaining high standards of financial integrity
  • Proactive and enthusiastic attitude with a focus on process enhancement

Desirable:

  • Experience using NetSuite ERP and KeyPay (Employment Hero Payroll)
  • Experience in process improvements, particularly through automation or system integrations, is a plus.

More than a job! We look after our people through:

  • Equity with high growth potential, and a competitive salary;
  • Flexible working arrangements, we encourage you to create the best work blend while working from your home and the local SafetyCulture office;
  • Access to professional and personal training and development opportunities;
  • Hackathons, Workshops, Lunch & Learns;
  • Annual Shiplt global offsite;
  • We encourage involvement in the community, open source work, attending talks and events, and experimenting with new technologies.

Office Benefits:

  • In-house Culinary Crew serving up daily breakfast, lunch and snacks;
  • Barista coffee machine, craft beer on tap, boutique wines and a range of non-alcoholic beverages;
  • Quarterly celebrations and team events;
  • Table tennis, board games, books library, and pet-friendly office.