General Manager Finance

14-Jun-2024

MFG/

Category:
Support Office Administration

Position Type:
Permanent Full Time

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Application Close Date:
12-Jul-2024

Job Description

• Lead a growing Finance team within Australasia's largest footwear group.
• Be a part of our future success by developing our Finance capability &
  support business success.

At MFG it is not all about decimal places in our finance team. Our people are the power behind everything we do. As Australia's largest family-owned footwear business, with over 290 stores Australia wide, we like to think that when you join the team at MFG you are joining a people-first company who offer challenge, growth and support throughout your career journey and celebrate the big and little moments along the way. We currently have an opportunity for an experienced General Manager of Finance to drive growth and support the end-to-end management of our group's finance function.

More about the Role

Reporting to the CFO, this role will have visibility across the business with focus on providing leadership and direction to the Commercial Manager, Accounting Manager and to our Finance Business Partner, and their teams. The General Manager of Finance is a hands-on role that will take ownership of several key areas of finance, including but not limited to:

• Oversight and management of monthly financial reporting including group reporting processes and monthly deadlines.
• Year-end statutory reporting including liaising with external accountants and advisors.
• Process improvement initiatives and implementation of financial control strategies to support business growth.
• Support the FP&
  A team with budgeting, forecasting and other ad hoc projects.
• Ensure all financial controls are operating efficiently and effectively.
• Manage project work across the finance function, process improvement, and change programs by engaging teams and ensuring project outcomes.

More about you

We are looking for a passionate and collaborative leader to join our Executive team to develop the Finance roadmap and strategic vision across our business.

• Ideally you will come from a retail (or multi-site) or FMCG environment with experience managing large teams.
• You will be CA or CPA qualified with a self-starter mindset.
• You are a natural communicator with a well hone ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• You are a passionate people leader, with proven ability to contribute positively to a team environment and build strong working relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• You have excellent analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards working towards best practice at all times.
• You love what you do! You are highly motivated, well-organised and have a proactive approach.
• You have an impressive track record of leading and initiating large-scale projects with a success story to share.
• You have a good understanding of the procurement and merchandise processes.
• Have 7+ years' experience practical accounting experience in the delivery of month-end and Board-related reporting.
• As a General Manager you ensure that your team is supported to meet strategic objectives within functional areas, including the provision of feedback, budget, and resources.
• Evaluate and coach your team to ensure capability needs are met, including retention and development of high performers.

More about Us

With more than 290+ stores and 2500+ employees nationally and a brand-new state-of-the-art distribution centre, we are Australia's leading retailer and wholesaler of fashion and comfort footwear, owning and operating some of Australia's most iconic brands including Midas, Mollini, Cinori, Mathers, Williams, Diana Ferrari, and Australia's largest online footwear retailer, Styletread!

As a family-owned company, at Munro Footwear Group (MFG) we value our team, our loyal customers, and our dedicated suppliers. We work hard to play hard, we celebrate each other, and we believe every Team Member is an essential part of our ongoing success.

Why You Are Going to Love Working At Munro;

There has never been a more exciting time to join Munro Footwear Group as we continue to grow! We offer a friendly, welcoming team environment where continued support, training and generous Team Member benefits are provided, including discounts across all our Brands.

• Generous employee discount for you and your immediate family!
• An extra 4 days a year of 'Life Leave'
• A competitive Salary Package
• Career Growth and development opportunities with a fun &
  friendly team
• Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) you'll have access to professional and confidential counselling and support services

We are not currently engaging with Agencies to recruit this role. Thank you for your interest.