[Hiring] Finance Manager @Hunt St

Role Description

We are looking for a Finance Manager to take ownership of key finance operations while embracing AI and technology to make the function more efficient. This is more than a traditional bookkeeping role. You’ll be responsible for core finance activities including:

• Accounts payable
• Bank reconciliation
• Month-end close
• Supporting broader accounts receivable and billing functions

The client uses Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, including for multi-currency supplier payments, so experience working with a robust ERP system beyond Xero or QuickBooks is essential. You will not be responsible for leading the company's broader AI automation program. Instead, we are looking for someone who is genuinely interested in AI and willing to use tools such as Claude and other LLMs to:

• Reduce manual work
• Improve accuracy
• Work more efficiently

The ideal candidate combines strong finance fundamentals with a continuous improvement and AI-enabled mindset.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Accountant or similar finance operations role.
• Strong hands-on experience across accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliation and month-end close.
• Experience working with an ERP system such as Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central, SAP, NetSuite, Oracle or a similar platform.
• Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central experience is highly preferred, particularly experience handling supplier payments and multi-currency transactions.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and finance processes.
• Experience managing supplier invoices, payments, reconciliations and financial records.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Ability to investigate discrepancies, identify gaps and take ownership of resolving issues.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Genuine interest in AI, LLMs and emerging finance technology.
• Comfortable learning and using tools such as Claude, ChatGPT or similar AI platforms.
• A process-improvement mindset — you naturally look for ways to make finance work more efficient.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

Requirements

• Own day-to-day finance operations, ensuring transactions and financial records are accurate and up to date.
• Manage accounts payable, including supplier invoices, payment processing and multi-currency supplier payments.
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Own and support the month-end close process, including reconciliations, adjustments and supporting schedules.
• Manage accounts receivable, invoicing, collections and related billing processes.
• Review financial records and identify discrepancies, gaps or unusual transactions.
• Work within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central and maintain accurate ERP records.
• Support broader finance administration and reporting requirements.
• Use AI and LLM tools to improve the speed, accuracy and efficiency of finance tasks.
• Identify repetitive or manual finance processes where AI or automation could reduce unnecessary work.
• Experiment with and adopt appropriate AI tools as part of everyday finance workflows.
• Document processes and contribute ideas for improving finance operations.
• Work collaboratively with the internal team on finance and process improvement initiatives.
• Over time, support additional finance functions, including purchasing and procurement-related processes.

Benefits

• Compensation range: $2,500 AUD - $3,500 AUD / Monthly
• Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement
• Flexibility in managing your time while aligning with AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday).

Work Arrangement & Expectations

• This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.
• Successful candidates will be expected to disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”).