Finance Operations Officer

Finance Operations Officer

Join a dynamic and fast-growing Australian pharmaceutical company.

Nova Pharmaceuticals is seeking a capable and motivated Finance & Operations Officer to join our team.

Reporting directly to the CFO, this role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across finance, payroll and business operations while contributing to the ongoing growth and development of the organisation.

This position is ideal for a finance professional who enjoys taking ownership, working across multiple functions and supporting both operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives.

About the Role

This role combines hands-on finance operations responsibilities including payroll ownership and provides exposure to cross-functional business activities across the organisation.

Working closely with the CFO and finance team, you will play an important role in supporting financial processes, operational effectiveness and business continuity.

Key Responsibilities

Finance Operations

• Coordinate and administer end-to-end payroll processes

• Support month-end close activities and reporting processes

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations and finance schedules

• Assist with audit preparation and compliance requirements

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable activities as required

• Maintain finance records, documentation and internal controls

• Assist with finance process improvement initiatives

People & Business Operations

• Coordinate employee onboarding and offboarding activities

• Maintain employee records and employment documentation

• Support leave administration and employee services

• Coordinate operational vendors and service providers

• Assist with day-to-day business administration activities

Cross-Functional Support

• Act as a key operational link between Finance and other business functions

• Support cross-functional projects and business improvement initiatives

• Assist with process documentation and standardisation activities

• Contribute to business continuity and operational resilience across the organisation

• Collaborate with stakeholders across multiple departments to support organisational objectives

About You

You may currently be working as a Finance Officer, Finance & Payroll Officer, Assistant Accountant or Company Accountant and are looking to broaden your experience across finance, payroll and business operations.

You will ideally bring:

• 3–5 years’ experience in accounting, finance operations and payroll

• Strong end-to-end payroll experience

• Sound understanding of accounting fundamentals and month-end processes

• Strong organisational and time management skills

• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

• A proactive, hands-on and solutions-focused approach

Experience supporting operational improvement initiatives will be highly regarded.

Please forward your CV to recruit.finance@novapharm.com.au