FINANCE MANAGER

Salary: $100,800k-$134,400k incl. superannuation + Wellness Perks
Employment Arrangement: Full-Time
Location: Alexandria, Sydney
Reports to: Head of Systems and Finance

ABOUT YOU – SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

You are calm under pressure, solutions-oriented, and driven by a genuine desire to improve systems and support people. You combine a strong financial brain with an empathetic communication style and enjoy working at the intersection of people, process, and impact.

You bring:

• A bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field (CA/CPA qualified or working towards)
• 7+ years of experience in financial management, preferably in NDIS, disability, or funding-driven sectors
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills — able to simplify complex financial issues for diverse audiences
• Strong understanding of NDIS pricing arrangements, claiming requirements, and plan funding structures
• Demonstrated leadership experience and a proactive, systems-focused approach
• Experience managing grant funding and philanthropic contributions
• Confidence in managing competing priorities and strict deadlines in a fast-moving organisation
• Technical proficiency in Xero, Excel/Google Sheets, and financial reporting tools
• Familiarity with payroll and compliance under the SCHADS Award
• A passion for inclusion, autonomy, and real-world outcomes

ABOUT THE ROLE

As our first dedicated Finance Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving Co-Hive’s financial sustainability and scaling our systems for growth. You’ll be responsible for:

• Financial oversight across all departments and programs
• Strengthening our NDIS billing and invoicing processes
• Supporting families with funding quotes and NDIS reviews
• Managing grants and donations
• Building internal capacity through clear systems and team development
• Ensuring compliance and responsiveness in a rapidly evolving NDIS landscape

You’ll work closely with the Head of Systems and Finance, the Intake and Community Engagement Manager, and other cross-functional teams across the organisation. You’ll also be supported by a highly experienced fractional CFO, who will work with you on high-level planning, forecasting, and strategic decision-making as Co-Hive grows.