Finance Manager

Job description

Your new company

Hays is proud to be partnering with a well-established and highly respected Queensland-based food production business to recruit a Finance & Administration Manager. Operating within a fast-paced production environment, this organisation is recognised for its commitment to quality, operational excellence and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to play a key role within the senior leadership team while leading a team of five across finance and payroll. This is an on-site position, offering direct exposure to operations and the ability to influence business performance.


Your new role

Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will act as a trusted adviser to the executive team, providing commercial insights and financial leadership to support strategic decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Leading, mentoring and developing a team of five across finance and payroll
  • Managing month-end close, financial reporting and forecasting processes
  • Delivering business performance analysis and commercial insights
  • Partnering closely with operational leaders to improve manufacturing performance and profitability
  • Developing budgets, financial models and business plans
  • Managing external audit requirements and stakeholder relationships
  • Overseeing tax, compliance and statutory reporting obligations
  • Reviewing contracts and identifying cost-saving opportunities
  • Driving process improvements and efficiencies across finance operations
  • Supporting the ongoing optimisation of Oracle ERP processes and reporting


What you'll need to succeed

  • CA or CPA qualified
  • Previous experience leading finance teams within a manufacturing, industrial, agribusiness, FMCG or similar environment
  • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
  • Experience business partnering with operational stakeholders
  • Advanced commercial acumen and analytical capability
  • Oracle ERP experience highly regarded
  • Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive, hands-on approach and ability to thrive in a site-based environment

What you'll get in return

  • Senior leadership position with genuine influence across the business
  • Opportunity to work closely with operational and executive stakeholders
  • Lead a high-performing finance and payroll team
  • Stable and established manufacturing organisation
  • Diverse role combining financial leadership, business partnering and operational improvement
  • Competitive salary package between $140,000 - $160,000 base + super

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to or call Amy McCusker at HAYS Senior Finance on 0732433078.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.



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Job Summary

  • Published on: 14 Aug, 2026
  • Category: Senior Finance
  • Vacancy: 1
  • Job type: Full Time
  • Salary:
  • Location: QLD - Toowoomba
  • Job Nature: Full Time

Company Details

  • Name: Hays
  • Location: QLD - Toowoomba