At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic Financial Accounting team and drive strategic financial insights.
- Company: Join genU, a profit-for-purpose organisation making a real social impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working arrangements, salary packaging, and wellbeing support.
- Other info: Diverse workplace committed to inclusivity and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a difference while developing your career in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: CA or CPA qualified with strong leadership and financial expertise.
The predicted salary is between 146348 - 162308 $ per year.
Location: Gulidjan Land – Geelong | Boorloo - Perth
Salary: $146,348 - $162,308 + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits
Employment status: Full Time (Fixed Term until June 2027)
Job number: 3754
Hey You! genU is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Accounting Manager to lead our Financial Accounting team, providing expert financial leadership, governance, and commercial insights that support business performance, informed decision-making, and organisational growth.
At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.
What you’ll do:
- Lead and develop a high-performing Financial Accounting team, providing coaching, mentorship, and strategic financial leadership across the organisation.
- Oversee statutory reporting, annual financial accounts, and external audit processes, ensuring accuracy, governance, and compliance.
- Drive financial reporting and analysis that delivers meaningful insights, supports decision-making, and enhances organisational performance.
- Strengthen financial controls, risk management, and financial systems to improve efficiency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
- Provide expert guidance on taxation, government funding, and strategic initiatives, including complex financial and commercial matters.
What you’ll bring:
- CA or CPA qualified, with tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline.
- Proven ability to interpret complex business drivers, risks, and financial impacts, translating insights into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams, setting priorities, and building strong collaborative relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.
- Strong technical expertise in financial accounting, annual statutory reporting, risk management, ERP systems, and management reporting.
- Commercially astute and solutions-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and developing high-performing teams.
(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)
Why you’ll love working at genU:
- Flexibility - full time, part time (.8 FTE) plus hybrid working arrangements.
- Salary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits.
- Purchased leave options - the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
- Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi.
- Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program.
- Reference bonus - bring great people with you and be rewarded.
- 15 days personal leave – 5 days extra to National Employment Standards.
We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at talent@genu.org.au or 03 5249 6119.
Financial Accounting Manager in Geelong employer: genU
At genU, we pride ourselves on being a purpose-driven organisation that values its people and fosters a culture of inclusivity and collaboration. Located in the vibrant cities of Melbourne or Geelong, our National Manager - People & Culture role offers not only competitive salary packages and flexible working arrangements but also a commitment to employee growth through professional development opportunities and a supportive work environment. Join us in making a real social impact while enjoying unique benefits like salary packaging, discounts at major retailers, and access to wellbeing support.
