Finance Manager

Koala’s mission is: Better furniture experiences, designed with the World in mind. Combining customer-centric products, a world-class technology and fulfillment platform, incredible customer service and social good; we are changing the way people buy and enjoy furniture to create happier, healthier habitats.

Why we have this role @ Koala

We are looking for a Finance Manager who will deliver financial results and reporting that meet the needs of Koala and external stakeholders. Koala is looking for someone who is a challenger, to look at our existing processes globally and introduce best practice systems, automation and efficiencies.

Requirements

What key responsibilities does this role have @ Koala?

• Manage a team across Australia and Japan
• Take ownership of Australia, Japan and US financial ledgers
• Responsible for the month end process for all entities, including posting/review of journals and review of balance sheet reconciliations
• Responsible for preparation of reporting to investors on a monthly basis
• Responsible for preparation of all monthly, quarterly and annually taxes, including GST, FBT, Income Tax and Transfer Pricing
• Lead a smooth-running audit, including consolidation of financial statements, acting as key liaison with auditors
• Support the Budget and quarterly Forecasting process
• Supervise completion of weekly and monthly cash reporting
• Embed a growth culture in the team, driving process improvements to reduce processing times and maximise efficiency

Ideal background…

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, eCommerce or retail industry
• Degree qualified in accounting and full membership of a recognised professional accounting body (CA / CPA)
• Minimum 5 years experience in financial and management reporting
• Extensive accounting experience including preparation of financial statements, complex reconciliations, management reporting and financial operations
• Previous leadership and/or supervisory experience desirable
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to lead projects and develop new initiatives
• Demonstrated experience in developing processes to improve day-to-day workflows
• Ability to effectively communicate with non-finance staff, including marketing, supply chain, logistics and warehouse
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong attention to detail
• Self-motivated and forward thinking
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent working knowledge of computer software including Excel/GSheet and and ERP systems (Netsuite experience a bonus)

Benefits

Treehouse Perks and Privileges…

Koala is only great when its employees are happy — and we’re one happy bunch!

• Hybrid working - We’re mixing it up with the majority of days back in the Alexandria Treehouse (office), but with some flex for your life too as needed!
• Take a break - Generous time off - volunteer, parental, Koala life leave and more to help keep your work-life balance, balanced.
• Tuesday lunches, Monthly barbies, socials and stocked kitchen - With an emphasis on healthy, local and organic produce.
• Pet-friendly - The Koala Treehouse is as pet-friendly as they get!
• Surprise & delight - The two-word combo at the core of everything we do. All Koalas can expect to enjoy free Koala products with ‘mates rates’ for your friends and fam.
• Support & wellbeing - Our employee experience respects and embraces all families, formed, found and evolving. You’ll have access to our Employee Assistance Program, which includes unlimited sessions for financial, work, relationship, family or wellbeing support.
• Accelerate your career - via our Learning Management platform Juno, as well as individual and team growth budgets and dedicated days.
• Short term incentive plans ensure you benefit as Koala succeeds!
• Community & connection - We believe that simply doing ‘no harm’ isn’t good enough So, how are we doing our part? BCorp Certified, WWF Partnership, volunteer days, a member of SoftLanding, 1%and so much more.

All in all, the Koala Kommunity is a great place to hang out and belong to!

Koalities we look for…

At Koala, we do things a little differently and we don’t shy away from the fact that we expect a lot from our employees! We are ambitious. We are curious. We are selfless. We want you to challenge expectations, always look to make a difference and give us something different from the norm. We want people that bring great energy, that have a long-game focus and are always trying to find new angles and approaches to the way we work. We're a team full of entrepreneurial spirit and have a relentless focus on 'what's next' but while always reviewing 'what's been done' and learning, growing and adapting. We're confident, but NEVER arrogant and we adapt to change like Steve Smith under a short ball. Honesty and empathy drive everything we do, as well as a total focus on exceeding our customers’ expectations. So if you feel like this could be you... well what the bloody hell are you waiting for? Drop us a line, and let's see what you've got! ;)

There’s no such thing as a ‘perfect’ candidate, Koala is a place where everyone has opportunity. So however you identify and whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this is a role that would make you excited to come into work every day. We’re an equal opportunity employer, and recognize that a diverse workforce is crucial to our success as a business.

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