• Full-Time opportunity consideration may be given to 0.8 FTE by negotiation
• $100,000 base salary + Super
• Fantastic company culture

Bring your financial expertise and leadership skills to support the success and sustainability of the Australia Day Council of SA

About the Opportunity

As the Corporate Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring the financial sustainability and operational effectiveness of ADCSA. You will oversee budgeting and financial management for a diverse range of events, programs, and initiatives, combining strategic financial planning and analysis with hands-on delivery and compliance oversight.

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

Financial Management and Planning

• Deliver the preparation, monitoring, and analysis of annual, project, and event budgets using cost-pricing methodology
• Manage liquidity and cashflow to ensure effective allocation of resources and operational continuity
• Prepare three-year rolling financial forecasts and undertake scenario analysis to inform strategic planning
• Analyse financial data to identify risks, opportunities, and performance trends
• Prepare timely and accurate monthly management reports and year-end financial statements for the CEO and Board
• Partner with managers to interpret results and adjust budgets/costs as required
• Support continuous improvement of internal financial processes and reporting frameworks

Operational Finance Oversight

• Ensure the accuracy and integrity of all financial systems and records in Xero, including reconciliations, asset management, and journal entries
• Process fortnightly payroll in Xero for a small team, including PAYG and super payments through the STP system
• Supervise the Merchandise & Finance Officer and oversee efficient delivery of accounts payable and receivable functions
• Ensure compliance with statutory obligations, including ATO, BAS, GST, PAYG, RTW SA, Superannuation, ACNC, and ASIC reporting
• Coordinate audit preparation and liaise with external auditors
• Maintain current and effective financial, administrative, and risk management policies and procedures
• Liaise with IT and service providers to ensure business systems support reliable data and reporting. Ensure cybersecurity integrity is maintained
• Ensure post-event acquittals are rendered and compliant

Merchandise and Revenue Activities

• Oversee online merchandise operations, including Shopify sales, order fulfilment, and stock control
• Reconcile merchandise clearing accounts and produce regular sales reports
• Support decisions on product range, pricing, and promotion in line with financial targets. Oversee an annual review of prices to ensure optimal returns

Administration Duties

• Maintain relationships with external suppliers
• Landlord and compliance with lease agreement
• Merchandise suppliers for price and quality products
• Technology updates where required
• Review premises suitability to ensure staffing conditions are appropriate
• Review supply contracts are effectively managed for cost and service standard

Governance, Risk, and Compliance

• Prepare financial, risk, and WHS reports for presentation to the CEO and Board
• Contribute to audit, insurance, and compliance activities to ensure adherence to relevant legislation and organisational standards
• Support effective internal control systems and documentation to mitigate risk

People and Relationships

• Provide financial leadership, support, and advice to managers and project leads
• Supervise, mentor, and develop the Merchandise & Finance Officer
• Build positive relationships with members, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Promote a collaborative, accountable, and adaptable organisational culture

About You

In addition to the above, to be successful in this role, you will have/be:

• Must have a Qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or Finance
• Previous experience in budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Sense of urgency and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong understanding of cash flow, liquidity management, and financial analysis
• Proven ability to meet monthly and year-end reporting deadlines
• Experience managing accounts payable, receivable, and payroll processes
• Experience in a small-to-medium enterprise or not-for-profit organisation
• Experience with e-commerce and online sales platforms (e.g., Shopify)
• Understanding of event or program-based financial management
• Familiarity with grants and sponsorship accounting
• Strong organisational and planning skills
• Ability to multi-task competing priorities and demands whilst maintaining composure
• Ability to work independently and in a small collaborative team
• Understanding of ACNC and not-for-profit financial reporting obligations
• Hands-on experience with Xero and advanced MS Excel skills

About Our Client

Australia Day Council of South Australia’s vision is to celebrate our identity and the values that unite us, to illuminate the achievements of inspirational Australians, and to promote a welcoming and inclusive society.

The Australia Day Council of South Australia has a 30-year history of supporting the Australian of the Year Awards and showcasing iconic South Australian events. 

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