Finance Manager

About the business
Founded in 2006, Whale Logistics has built an enviable reputation as the leading provider of innovative and cost effective supply chain solutions throughout the Asia Pacific region.
Whale Logistics Australia has been recognised as an industry leader in Australia.
We invest in our people and the latest technology to ensure we can offer a superior and efficient service. Our team is the vital link in our operation and we actively recruit the industry's best and brightest to ensure we are able to deliver unrivalled expertise and service. We have the best people to guide their professional development to ensure they continually evolve and grow.
Part of the Dolphin group, Whale boasts offices throughout Asia, USA, New Zealand and Australia. We have a network of Global Partners and are delighted to be able to offer our clients a complete world-wide solution.

At Whale, we believe in supporting and empowering every employee. We will also support your ongoing training and development. Being one of the fastest growing company, you will love the energetic environment and enjoy working with a peer group that is passionate about what they do.

About the Opportunity
We are looking for a highly self-driven financial professional to join the team in a role offering autonomy and ongoing career opportunities.

Your main responsibilities will include:
• Collect, interpret, analyse and review financial information
• Lead and coach the finance team
• Hold key relationship with offshore partners to ensure the support is given to the team and accountabilities are clear in improving operational finance.
• Manage cash flow, including financing facility monitoring and compliance
• Responsible for the overall management of timely and accurate financial reporting, providing insights to the business through analysis and the overall assurance on accounting processes through the monthly close. Account for any budget variances and report significant discrepancies
• Responsible for company risk management including internal control policy review and insurance renewal
• Responsible for Payroll and other HR compliance matters

About you
Whilst some exposure in Logistics and knowledge of the Expedient operating system, would be beneficial, we are open minded to the right candidate, who shares our work and company values.

This role requires an immediate start.

• CA or CPA qualified
• Prior experience in a similar role is preferred
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Advanced computer skills with MS Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage high volumes and a fast-paced environment
• Ability to priorities time, meet deadlines and use logic and initiative to solve problems.
• Good interpersonal skills in building positive working relationships with a wide range of people, and support offshore team
• A positive attitude and drive for continuous improvement.
• Ability to adapt and learn new software systems
• Ability to lead and manage the team

If this role sounds like the one you have been waiting for please do not hesitate to apply!