Finance Manager

We are looking for a Finance Manager to lead and manage the Finance Team and its associated responsibilities to ensure the organization is compliant with statutory laws and tax regulators. This role is responsible for delivering on all financial reporting to the executive team and Founders to ensure they are always armed with full transparency regarding the business’ financial position to make sound strategic decisions.

The Role

This role reports to the CEO. You’ll lead the Finance team and take responsibility for financial reporting, compliance, accounting operations and internal governance.

You’ll provide day-to-day direction, ensuring financial processes are robust, reliable and aligned with the needs of the business. You will provide leadership and support to direct reports on deliverables and upcoming accounting priorities.

What you'll do

• Lead and support the Finance team, providing clear direction, guidance and day-to-day operational oversight.
• Contribute to a consistent Procreate culture and foster a positive, collaborative team environment.
• Ensure all financial reporting is accurate, timely and aligned with business needs.
• Deliver monthly reporting against budget and provide insight to support decision-making.
• Prepare financial statements and annual reports.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax obligations and reporting standards.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including auditors, the ATO, ASIC and banking partners.
• Approve Accounts Payable payments and oversee cashflow and banking activities.
• Troubleshoot accounting and taxation issues, presenting solutions where required.
• Oversee financial systems (including Xero) to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data.
• Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost management and process improvement.
• Support the development and delivery of the annual budget in partnership with key stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain internal financial policies, controls and governance frameworks.
• Ensure financial processes align with audit requirements and best practice standards.
• Support teams across the business to understand and adhere to financial policies and processes.

Required Skills

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, with CA or CPA certification and up-to-date CPD.
• Significant experience in a financial leadership role within a business environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge, including statutory and consolidated reporting.
• A solid understanding of Australian taxation rules and regulatory requirements.
• Experience delivering clear, accurate financial reporting to senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency with financial systems including Xero, and strong Excel capability.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Clear and effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• A structured, methodical approach to problem solving and financial management.

What to expect in the first 6-12 months

• Complete the Procreate onboarding process and get to know your colleagues.
• Build a strong understanding of our financial systems, processes and reporting requirements.
• Establish clear visibility across financial operations and reporting.
• Strengthen internal controls, policies and compliance processes.
• Contribute to budgeting, planning and financial strategy discussions.
• Provide consistent, reliable reporting to support executive decision-making.