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Wotton Kearney is Australasia's premier insurance and risk law firm. Since opening our doors in 2002, we've grown to more than 1000 people across Australia and New Zealand, built on a culture that values excellence, collaboration and genuine opportunity.
We're now looking for an experienced Finance Manager to join our national Finance team.
The opportunity:
Reporting to the Financial Controller, this is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the firm's financial accounting, compliance and reporting functions while leading a team spanning Financial Accounting and Trust Accounting.
You'll play a critical role in ensuring the integrity of the firm's financial operations, managing statutory and regulatory obligations, driving process improvements and supporting strategic decision-making across the business.
This is an opportunity for a technically strong finance professional who enjoys balancing day-to-day operational responsibility with leadership, continuous improvement and stakeholder engagement.
We are open to candidates all across Australia!
What you'll be doing:
- Lead and develop a team including a Financial Accountant, Assistant Accountants and Senior Trust Officers.
- Oversee the month-end reporting cycle, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and insightful financial reporting.
- Maintain the integrity of the General Ledger and oversee balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage daily cash flow reporting and support effective financial decision-making.
- Oversee taxation and regulatory compliance, including BAS, FBT, PAYG, Payroll Tax and Workers Compensation obligations.
- Manage the firm's statutory reporting requirements and compliance obligations with ASIC, ATO and Law Society regulations.
- Coordinate the annual external audit and tax compliance processes.
- Support budgeting and forecasting activities in partnership with the wider Finance team.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to enhance efficiency, controls and financial processes.
- Manage the firm's expense management framework, including credit card facilities and associated policies.
- Oversee the management and compliance of internal fee funds.
- Develop and maintain accounting policies, procedures and process documentation.
- Contribute to broader Finance projects and initiatives as required.
About you:
We're interested in hearing from professionals who bring:
- CA or CPA qualification.
- Experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Accounting Manager or similar leadership role.
- Strong technical accounting, financial reporting and taxation expertise.
- Experience within a legal, professional services or partnership environment.
- Demonstrated success leading and developing finance teams.
- Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance obligations.
- A continuous improvement mindset with the ability to identify and implement process enhancements.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
- A hands-on, collaborative approach and willingness to roll up your sleeves when required.
Why Wotton Kearney?
At WK, you'll join a high-performing and supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued. We invest in our people, encourage new ideas and provide opportunities to grow your career while maintaining balance and flexibility.
- FLEX for all. We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions. If you can make that work by working part-time, working “irregular hours” or working from home – then so can we.
- Our mentoring program offers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
- Our culture sets us apart. Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
- We give back to the community. Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
- Leaders of the pack. Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!
- Supporting you with generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.
How to apply
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process. If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Katarina Mali Talent Acquisition Business Partner on
[email protected].
We're managing recruitment in house!
Wotton Kearney does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Wotton Kearney Talent Acquisition Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Wotton Kearney Partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Wotton Kearney will not be liable for a fee.
