Finance Officer in Melbourne

Finance Officer in Melbourne

Melbourne Full-Time On-site
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At Zeekr Waverley, we're leading the future of electric mobility with innovative, sustainable vehicles and exceptional customer experiences. As a dynamic and forward-thinking EV dealership, we pride ourselves on our cutting‐edge technology, passionate team, and commitment to making electric driving accessible to all. What sets us apart is our people-first culture, collaborative environment, and dedication to excellence—making us not just a great place to work, but a leader in the EV revolution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, manage, and monitor budgets, forecasts, and financial strategies for dealership operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and efficient resource allocation.
  • Oversee daily financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, general ledger, and month-end closing, and prepare accurate financial statements and management reports.
  • Perform cost accounting for dealership operations, including vehicle procurement costs, logistics, inventory holding costs, and operational expenses, and analyse cost variances to improve profitability.
  • Manage sales and after-sales financial accounting, including vehicle sales, accessories, service, warranty, and claims, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and margin analysis.
  • Conduct rebate, incentive, and commission accounting, including OEM rebates, sales incentives, and after-sales incentives, ensuring accurate calculation, reconciliation, and timely settlement.
  • Manage financial aspects of contracts and projects, monitor expenditures, and ensure compliance with commercial agreements and OEM policies.
  • Provide financial analysis and strategic insights to senior management, including sales performance, after-sales profitability, inventory turnover, and cash-flow management.
  • Other tasks assigned by the Finance Manager.

Must-Have:

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is preferred but not essential.
  • Relevant finance or accounting experience, preferably in automotive dealership operations are desired.
  • Fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written).

Hands-on experience in financial operations, including:

  • Deal costing
  • Sales and after-sales accounting (vehicle sales, service, warranty, claims)
  • Accounts payable, accounts receivable, general ledger, and month‐end closing
  • Solid understanding of budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cost control.
  • Proven ability to perform financial analysis and provide actionable insights to management.
  • Strong attention to detail, accountability, and ability to work in a fast‐paced dealership environment.
  • Effective communication skills, with the ability to work closely with sales, after-sales, and operations teams.

Nice-to-Have:

  • Direct experience with OEM rebate, incentive, and commission accounting.
  • Experience working in a multi-store or group automotive dealership environment.
  • Familiarity with audit processes, internal controls, and risk management.
  • A vibrant, supportive team culture – work with passionate EV enthusiasts!
  • Close to public transport – easy commute.
  • Free coffee & snacks – stay energised throughout the day.
  • Exclusive staff discounts on Zeekr vehicles.
  • Ongoing training & career growth in the booming EV industry.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a background check, including a National Police Check, prior to commencing employment.

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Contact Details:

Zeekr Waverley Recruitment Team