Finance and Administration Manager

Established in 2010, MDH Transport is a family owned Bulk Haulage company with operations based from Karratha in the North West of WA. We operate over 30x roadtrains and watercarts on various projects throughout the area and are always evolving and expanding. We have also recently established a new Livestock carting company based from the southwest of WA; MDH Livestock. We are seeking a Finance & Administration Manager to enhance the financial operations, controls and administrative processes to support our businesses. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated accounting professional looking to step into a newly created role, within a dynamic and supportive environment. The Finance & Administration Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and enhancing the internal financial, accounting and administrative operations of the company. This includes leadership within the team, responsibility for internal reporting, payroll, billing, budgeting and administration activities. Key Responsibilities Prepare annual financial statements for both MDH entities – Transport and Livestock. Manage BAS, Payroll Tax, Income Tax returns and other statutory filings. Maintenance of financial records of the Companies. Maintain strong financial controls, documentation and accounting policies. Ensure internal reporting complies with relevant accounting and tax requirements. Management Accounting Prepare and review monthly management accounts, including variance analysis and commentary. Complete journals, reconciliations and monthly schedules. Prepare and maintain budgets, forecasting models and cashflow projections. Support management with financial insights and ad‑hoc analysis. Produce comprehensive monthly management and project reports, including P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and project‑specific reporting. Oversee accounts payable processes and vendor payment cycles. Complete debtors collections, ensuring timely follow‑up of outstanding amounts and escalation when required. Manage the payroll process, including compliance, superannuation and PAYG. General Office Management Oversee day‑to‑day office operations to ensure a well‑functioning and organised workplace. Coordinate office maintenance, repairs and service providers. Support onboarding logistics, including desk setup, access, equipment coordination and induction materials. Ensure office policies, WHS requirements and emergency procedures are up to date and communicated. Promote strong communication, documentation and a culture of continuous improvement. Identify and implement improvements to internal finance and administrative processes to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Qualifications & Experience Degree in Accounting, Finance or related field. Ideally CA/CPA part or fully qualified but not essential. At least 3 years of experience in a senior accounting or finance role, ideally within Transport, Construction or other project‑driven environments within Australia. Strong technical understanding of accounting standards, tax compliance and financial controls. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and cloud‑based accounting platforms (Xero preferred). What’s On Offer Competitive salary package to be negotiated with the successful candidate. Supportive team environment and professional development opportunities. Flexible start date – ideally between December and January. A long‑term position with a growing and very successful company. We value and respect our candidates so every application is treated with the highest level of confidentiality at all times. #J-18808-Ljbffr