Finance Manager - ASAP Start

The Finance Manager will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• Manage month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close processes in line with accounting standards and internal policies, including review of divisional P&L and balance sheets.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis for the Australian entity, coordinating inputs and providing clear financial insights.
• Support budget holders with financial management of events and projects through ongoing budget reviews, reconciliations and reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Deliver management reporting and analysis (trend, variance and sensitivity), communicating key performance drivers to finance and non‑finance stakeholders.
• Reconcile event revenue and costs, ensuring timely close‑out and strong focus on cost control and profitability.
• Prepare ad‑hoc financial analysis, business cases, modelling and commercial insights as required.
• Implement and maintain financial processes, controls and reporting tools to ensure consistency, accuracy and efficient reporting.
• Oversee Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities, ensuring timely invoicing, effective credit control and efficient processing via shared services.
• Prepare quarterly cash flow forecasts and monitor business unit cash flow requirements.
• Provide on‑site finance support during live events, including ticketing, concessions and banking assistance.
• Support audit, statutory reporting, payroll review, local tax compliance and broader financial governance activities.