Financial Accounting Manager
Location: Gulidjan Land – Geelong | Boorloo - Perth
Salary: $146,348 - $162,308 + Superannuation + NFP salary packaging benefits
Employment status: Full Time Permanent
Job number: 3754
Hey You!
genU is seeking an experienced and strategic Financial Accounting Manager to lead our Financial Accounting team, providing expert financial leadership, governance, and commercial insights that support business performance, informed decision-making, and organisational growth.
At genU, we’re a profit-for-purpose organisation, reinvesting our success back into programs to create real social impact. From disability and aged care support to community-focused initiatives, we’re here to help people live their best lives.
What you’ll do
• Lead and develop a high-performing Financial Accounting team, providing coaching, mentorship, and strategic financial leadership across the organisation.
• Oversee statutory reporting, annual financial accounts, and external audit processes, ensuring accuracy, governance, and compliance.
• Drive financial reporting and analysis that delivers meaningful insights, supports decision-making, and enhances organisational performance.
• Strengthen financial controls, risk management, and financial systems to improve efficiency, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide expert guidance on taxation, government funding, and strategic initiatives, including complex financial and commercial matters.
What you’ll bring
• CA or CPA qualified, with tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, or a related discipline.
• Proven ability to interpret complex business drivers, risks, and financial impacts, translating insights into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience leading teams, setting priorities, and building strong collaborative relationships across diverse internal and external stakeholder groups.
• Strong technical expertise in financial accounting, annual statutory reporting, risk management, ERP systems, and management reporting.
• Commercially astute and solutions-focused, with a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and developing high-performing teams.
(You’ll also need an NDIS Worker Screening Check and Orientation Module Certificate – but don’t worry, we’ll help guide you through this.)
Why you’ll love working at genU
At genU, our differences make us stronger. We celebrate all kinds of diversity and the unique perspectives each of us brings.
We’re committed to creating a welcoming, safe, and respectful space where everyone feels valued and can thrive.
You’ll also get
• Flexibility - full time, part time (.8 FTE) plus hybrid working arrangements
• Salary packaging - up to $15,900 tax-free plus meal/entertainment benefits
• Purchased leave options - the ability to buy additional annual leave to support work-life balance and flexibility.
• Discounts - savings at 450+ retailers including Coles, Woolworths & JB Hi-Fi
• Wellbeing support - 24/7 access to a holistic employee assistance program
• Referral bonus - bring great people with you and be rewarded
• 15 days personal leave – 5 days extra to National Employment Standards*
Ready to make a difference? Click apply to complete your application. Don’t wait to apply! We are reviewing applications as they come in.
You can view the full position description on the genU careers page HERE
We are committed to ensuring an accessible recruitment experience. If you need any adjustments or have specific accessibility requirements at any stage of the process, please contact our team at recruitment@genu.org.au or 03 5249 6119.