Assistant Finance Manager in Melbourne

LifeStrands Genomics (Australia) Pty Ltd - Mount Waverley VIC

Join our growing Australian business as an Assistant Finance Manager and be part of a team supporting a growing laboratory delivering precision oncology testing that helps improve patient outcomes. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for financial reporting and finance operations while working closely with management to support the company's continued growth. We are looking for a motivated and collaborative individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and contributing to both business success and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full accounting function, including general ledger maintenance, journal entries, accruals, prepayments and reconciliations.
• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process and oversee accounts receivable activities.
• Prepare weekly and monthly bank reconciliations and monitor cash flow.
• Maintain payroll records and process payroll-related accounting entries.
• Prepare and lodge BAS, payroll tax, FBT and other statutory compliance requirements.
• Prepare monthly management reports, financial analysis and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Coordinate month-end and year-end closing activities and support external audits.
• Maintain internal controls, accounting policies and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Manage inventory accounting and stock controls.
• Process and reconcile intercompany transactions.
• Support process improvement initiatives and provide ad hoc financial and operational support as required.

Skills & Experience

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CPA/CA qualified or working towards qualification preferred.
• Minimum 5 years' accounting experience.
• Sound knowledge of Australian accounting standards, BAS, payroll tax and compliance requirements.
• Strong Excel and accounting ERP skills, Dynamic 365 Finance, preferred.
• High attention to detail with a hands-on, proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently while fostering strong teamwork and cross-functional collaboration.

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