Group Financial Reporting Manager
Job no: 521861
Work type: Permanent Full time
Location: Gold Coast
Categories: Finance
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At G8 Education, we’re on a mission to shape the future! With 350+ early education and care centres under 21 brands, our 8,000+ dedicated team members nurture over 40,000 children every day.
As an ASX listed growth company, we’re committed to empowering, rewarding, and supporting every team member – from our centre educators to our leadership and support team.
The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Group Financial Reporting Manager to lead the delivery of accurate, timely and insightful financial reporting across the Group. Reporting to the Financial Controller, this pivotal role is responsible for the Group's statutory and management reporting, accounting policy framework, and compliance with relevant accounting standards.
Working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, you will provide technical accounting expertise, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and deliver meaningful financial insights that support strategic decision-making and organisational performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain the accounting policy of the Group and provide guidance on transactions in light of the Group’s accounting policy.
- Provide advice to the business on the application of accounting standards and interpretations, and lead projects/processes to identify and implement new accounting standards.
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Assist other functions in the Group by providing relevant financial information to support the preparation of the Group’s budget, cashflow forecasts, covenant reporting, tax returns and tax provision and reports as required.
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Develop and implement processes to improve the efficiency of the Financial Reporting function.
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Develop and monitor performance metrics, of the function and the team members, to enable effective performance management.
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Ensure delivery of consolidated management reports across the Group.
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Ensure delivery of Monthly Board Reports and key metrics to provide commercial insight.
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Prepare and take overall responsibility for the half year and annual statutory accounts for the Group.
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Work closely with the Financial Controller on ad hoc projects.
About You
- Completed tertiary studies in Finance, Commerce, Accounting, or Business.
- Holds a CA or CPA qualification.
- Holds 5 to 7 years of experience in a comparable role.
- Experience within a Big 4 accounting firm is highly desirable.
- Proven background in group reporting.
- Previous experience within a large ASX-listed or publicly listed organisation.
- Strong leadership capabilities with a track record of driving and implementing major change initiatives.
- Hold a valid working with children check or willingness to obtain upon commencement.
Benefits at G8
- Work closely with senior leaders and key decision-makers across the business.
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid working conditions with 3 days in office and 2 from home.
- Located in Central Gold Coast.
- Career development opportunities as part of a large ASX-listed company
- Access a 50% discount on early education and childcare fees at any G8 Education Centre.
- Exclusive access to our G8 Rewards Program with benefits across more than 600 retailers, exclusive cash discounts and more!
Find out more here: G8 Education
United by purpose. Guided by values.
At G8 Education, we’re proud to celebrate, support, and inspire our 10,000+ team members as they make a lasting difference in the lives of children and their own.
Driven by our purpose “to nurture the greatness in every child to grow, thrive and learn” and guided by our values, we’re shaping bright futures for children, families, communities, and each other.
Our values: Safety First & Always, Thriving Together, Owning the Outcome, Being the Difference, Building Bright Futures.
Our Recruitment Process
G8 Education is a committed advocate for child protection, safety and wellbeing. We have a zero tolerance for any form of child abuse or harm. The safety and wellbeing of children will always be our priority, and all team members are expected to embrace this shared commitment.
Our recruitment process involves several checks including, the possibility of psychometric testing which will be discussed during the initial stage of the recruitment process.
We also may require a police check along with verification of qualifications and right-to-work status.
Please note the advertising closing date is indicative only. G8 Education reserves the right to close the advertisement before this date is reached. Therefore, it is encouraged that you submit your application as soon as possible.
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