Article: FINANCE & OPERATIONS MANAGER

FINANCE & OPERATIONS MANAGER
Join a Purpose-Driven Wellness & Beauty Business
Inner Melbourne | Full-Time | Since 1996
Are you an experienced finance professional who thrives in a hands-on, dynamic environment?
Do you have a passion for wellness, beauty, and ethical business practices?
At Planet Health, we’re searching for a driven and detail-oriented Finance & Operations Manager to play a key role in our passionate team.
About Us
Proudly Australian and family-owned, Planet Health has been shaping the natural health and beauty landscape for nearly 30 years. We exclusively distribute a portfolio of trusted, premium wellness brands including our company owned Qsilica and Vitus products, in addition to Australian Bush Flower Essences, Biokap, Watson & Son, Sven’s Island, and the innovative new Oceanly beauty range.
From our vibrant, sustainability-focused office in inner Melbourne—complete with onsite gym and café—we support retailers and consumers across the country who care deeply about wellness & beauty, naturally.
Your Role: Finance & Operations Manager
This is a hands-on, full-spectrum role perfect for someone who enjoys variety, thrives on responsibility, and wants to make a real impact in a small, passionate team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily cashflow, working capital, and supplier payments
- Manage payroll, superannuation, and payroll compliance
- Prepare monthly management accounts to trial balance
- Lead end-of-year financial processes and tax return prep
- Collaborate with our Accounts & Inventory Coordinator
- Oversee inventory, purchasing, and cost management
- Work closely with our Warehouse & Operations team on stock planning
- Ensure BAS, insurance, and compliance requirements are met
- Coordinate with IT support for systems efficiency
- Generate meaningful business reporting
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in a similar finance/operations leadership role
- Accounting qualifications
- Strong Excel and financial reporting skills
- End-to-end payroll experience
- Knowledge of Attache (or similar accounting software)
- A proactive, team-focused mindset with strong communication skills
- Bonus: a personal interest in health, wellness, or natural beauty
Why Join Planet Health?
- Be part of a values-driven company with a loyal following and authentic purpose
- Attractive salary package + generous staff discounts
- Work in a friendly, professional environment where your input truly matters
- Enjoy work-life balance as part of a sustainable, wellbeing-focused company
Ready to make a difference?
We’d love to hear from you!
Send your confidential CV to careers@planethealth.com.au, attention Peter Harwood.
Applications close Friday, July 18, 2025
www.planethealth.com.au
www.vituswholefoods.com
www.qsilica.com
Recruitment Agencies please note: This recruitment is being managed directly by Planet Health. We will reach out to preferred agency partners should we require additional talent options. Your respect for this process is much appreciated.
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