About the Role

ARA Manufacture is seeking an experienced and commercially minded Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to support the business through a critical operational and systems transformation phase. This contract role will play a key leadership position in strengthening financial reporting, improving operational visibility, and leading the implementation and integration of a new ERP system across the business. A key focus of the role will be ensuring seamless integration of financial systems and processes with other ARA business units, enabling greater alignment, scalability and group-wide efficiency.

This is an initial contract opportunity with the potential for extension, depending on business requirements and project milestones.

Key Responsibilities

ERP System Integration & Process Improvement
Lead finance and operational involvement in the implementation and integration of a new ERP system
Improve financial systems, controls, reporting structures and data integrity
Identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve reporting efficiency
Oversee month end reporting for the division; P&L, Work in Progress, Intercompany transactions, Inventory, KPI’s, balance sheet and cash flow and ensuring accuracy and reliability of this information
Support decision-making with clear commercial, operational and financial insights
Assist leadership with budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities
Mentor and support the Operations Manager and broader leadership team in financial and operational disciplines
Build stronger financial awareness across the operational verticals within the business
Help establish accountability frameworks and performance measurement processes
Ensure compliance with statutory, tax, audit and regulatory requirement
Strengthen internal controls and financial governance processes
Liaise with external auditors and advisors as required

Skills & Experience

Proven CFO, Finance Director, or senior finance leadership experience
Demonstrated experience leading ERP implementation or integration projects
Strong management reporting and business partnering capability
Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on
Excellent stakeholder management and mentoring skills
CA / CPA qualified
Pragmatic and solutions-focused
Strong communicator with the ability to influence across all levels
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

What We Offer

At ARA Manufacture, we offer a range of benefits, including competitive remuneration, opportunities for career development and a focus on employee wellbeing.

Apply Now

If you are a commercially minded leader who leads from the front, builds strong relationships and thrives on driving results, we would love to hear from you.

No sponsorship available for this role; applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

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