Blue Sun Group is a proudly Australian, family-owned business that has been at the forefront of the
renewable energy industry since 2005. As one of Australia’s leading distributors of solar products
and clean energy solutions, we are passionate about making renewable energy more accessible
while supporting businesses and communities to build a more sustainable future.
As we continue to grow nationally, we are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Finance
Manager to lead our finance function, strengthen financial governance, and partner with senior
leadership to drive sustainable growth.
Role Overview:
Reporting to the Director or Senior Management, the Finance Manager will take ownership of the
day-to-day management of the finance team and be responsible for financial reporting, budgeting,
forecasting, cash flow management, and compliance across Blue Sun Group and its associated
entities as required.
This role plays a pivotal part in shaping the financial direction of the business - delivering accurate
and insightful reporting, leading and developing the finance team, strengthening internal controls,
and contributing to the achievement of the Group’s strategic and operational objectives. It is an
excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented
environment and is looking to make a tangible impact on business performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the preparation of accurate and timely monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports for
management and stakeholders.
- Oversee the annual budgeting process and manage regular forecasting to support business
planning and performance monitoring.
- Manage cash flow and working capital to ensure the financial stability of the business.
- Partner with senior leadership to provide financial insights and commercial guidance that
support strategic decision-making.
- Shape and refine budgetary and accounting strategies, policies and plans, working alongside
other members of the leadership team.
- Lead, mentor and develop the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous
improvement and high performance.
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements, and statutory and
regulatory reporting obligations.
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring reporting deadlines and quality
standards are consistently met.
- Strengthen internal controls, financial policies and processes to safeguard company assets and
mitigate risk.
- Manage relationships with external auditors, banks, tax advisors and other financial
stakeholders.
- Develop financial models and scenario analyses to support investment decisions, new initiatives
and business growth.
- Advise on investment approaches, avenues for raising funds, and how profits are allocated
across the business.
- Appraise capital funding proposals and review the financial health of projects already
underway.
- Evaluate revenue, expenditure, profitability and operational performance, recommending
practical improvements.
- Drive finance transformation initiatives, including systems enhancements, reporting
automation and process efficiencies.
- Contribute to the development of business cases for capital expenditure and strategic projects.
- Build effective working relationships across the business to promote financial awareness and
accountability.
Requirements – Skills & Competencies:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in a finance role, including experience in a management or
leadership capacity.
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and compliance.
- Proven ability to lead and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and experience with financial systems and ERP platforms.
- High attention to detail with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage
across all levels of the business.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Pay: $100,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
