Finance Manager - Gaming & Toy Distributor

About the role

A family-owned distributor of gaming accessories and toy brands, selling into Australia's major retailers, is looking for a Finance Manager. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will run the finance function day to day and lead a small team of two, while staying hands-on across payroll, month-end and reporting. Cash flow sits at the heart of the role.

Key responsibilities

• Manage cash flow and forecasting, use existing funding facilities and help put new financing in place to support growth
• Work closely with the Directors on margin improvement, budgeting, forecasting and reporting, giving clear insight into performance drivers
• Cover import and distribution costs, including freight, FX and 3PL warehousing
• Handle month-end, BAS for Australia and New Zealand, the annual audit and compliance
• Improve processes, automate tasks and build integrations on the MYOB Acumatica system

Required profile

• CPA or CA-qualified finance professional
• Experience as a Finance Manager or similar in a product-based import and distribution business, ideally consumer electronics, gaming, toys or licensed products
• Understanding of imports, exports, freight forwarding, FX and 3PLs, and experience in high-SKU businesses selling into major retailers
• Strong cash flow management skills, ideally with exposure to invoice or trade finance, and a track record of improving margins
• Hands-on, confident challenging the business constructively and comfortable in a fast-moving private company

Required skills

• Strong Excel and systems skills (essential)
• Experience with larger ERPs; Phocas or Fathom experience well regarded

What we offer

• Salary of $140,000 plus superannuation and a performance bonus
• Hybrid working: three days in the South Yarra office and two from home

The role is based in South Yarra. Applications are made through the recruiter by clicking the Apply button for a confidential discussion.