Finance Manager

Overview

Plans, organises, directs, controls and coordinates the financial and accounting activities within an organisation.

Skills

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks

• determining, implementing, monitoring, reviewing and evaluating budgetary and accounting strategies, policies and plans in consultation with other Managers
• providing financial information and interpreting the implications for business performance and funding needs
• coordinating the development, implementation and monitoring of accounting systems
• directing the preparation of financial reports that summarise and forecast the organisation's financial position such as income statements, balance sheets and analyses of future earnings and income
• assessing capital finance proposals and the financial status of operational projects
• advising on investment strategies, sources of funds and the distribution of earnings
• delivering long range profit forecasts, budgeting and financial reporting
• ensuring compliance with financial legislation and standards

Alternative Titles

• Chief Financial Officer
• Finance Director
• Financial Controller

Specialisations

• Financial Administrator