Finance & Payroll Manager

at  CATO Location Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma of Accounting and/or Registered BAS Agent

EXPERIENCE:

• 5 years’ experience in managing accounts, finance, and payroll systems in a similar environment.
• 3 years’ experience in managing payroll processes and systems.
• Experience with Xero accounting software is a must.
• Experience with Employment Hero Payroll (Hero Pay) is an advantage.
• Proficiency and experience with preparation and lodgement of BAS.
• Proficiency and experience with preparation and lodgement of monthly and annual payroll tax reports with the Office of State Revenue.
• Proven ability to identify and implement improvements to streamline processes and increase efficiency and productivity within the organisation.
• Up-to-date Australian taxation knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience in financial forecasting, budgeting, and strategic financial planning to support business growth.
• Experience managing finances across multiple entities or within a group structure.

SKILLS:

• Engaging personality with a willingness and interest in building effective working relationships with colleagues and clients.
• Workload and time management.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Able to work autonomously and in a team environment.
• Open-minded, flexible, and willing to take on responsibilities outside of accounts/financial/payroll.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritise and manage expectations.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate financial data into actionable insights.
  Proven leadership in guiding financial strategy within a growing organisation. Experience with advanced financial modelling and forecasting tools (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Power BI, or similar software).
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $85,000.00 – $115,000.00 per year

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Experience:

• Payroll: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person
Application Deadline: 07/02/202

JOB PURPOSE:

Manage accounts, finance, and payroll activities for the CATO Group and associated entities (currently CATO Location Services, StreetSTRONG, and CATO Film Pty Ltd), ensuring accurate, timely, and relevant financial information is provided to the Managing Director, Operations Manager, Senior Management team, ATO, and CATO Group Accountant.

MAJOR TASKS:

Active participation as part of the management team to improve overall business planning & operations.

• Manage and continually improve the quality and efficiency of finance and payroll systems, processes, and activities.
• Provide effective leadership and direction to the Finance and Payroll team to ensure the efficient and effective delivery of accounts and payroll services with a strong customer service focus.
• Ensure that all work undertaken complies with company policies, including conflict of interest, confidentiality and privacy, quality assurance, environmental management, and Health and Safety.
• Make recommendations to the Managing Director and Operations Manager on potential improvements and developments.