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Francesca Strange

Francesca Strange
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Francesca Strange

Specialist Manager - Business Support

My background in recruitment has focused on Finance, Administration, and Business Support in Healthcare.

The roles I work on include:

Finance

  • Accounts Payable Officer

  • Accounts Payable Manager

  • Accounts Receivable Officer

  • Accounts Receivable Manager

  • Credit Controller

  • Credit Control Manager

  • Payroll Officer

  • Payroll Manager

  • Assistant Accountant

  • Financial Accountant

  • Senior Financial Accountant

  • Management Accountant

  • Finance Manager

  • Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst

  • Financial Planning & Analysis Manager

  • Financial Controller

  • Finance Analyst

  • Senior Finance Analyst

  • Finance Business Partner

  • Commercial Finance Analyst

  • Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

  • Commercial Finance Manager

  • Pricing Analyst

  • Senior Pricing Analyst

  • Finance Director

  • Chief Financial Officer

  • Head of Finance

Administration

  • Receptionist

  • Medical Receptionist

  • Office Administrator

  • Office Manager

  • Executive Assistant

  • Personal Assistant

  • Administrative Assistant

  • Sales Coordinator/ Administrator

  • Commercial Administration Assistant

  • Marketing Coordinator/ Administrator

  • Medical Administrator

  • Finance Administrator

  • Contracts & Tenders Administrator

  • Contracts & Tenders Specialist

  • Contracts & Tenders Manager


I am passionate about ethical recruitment and enjoy connecting with new people, building long-lasting relationships based on trust and a consultative approach.

I have extensive experience in both permanent and contracting recruitment and a deep understanding of the diverse characteristics required for administration/business support. Additionally, I possess extensive knowledge of the commercial, strategic, and technical aspects of Finance. This understanding allows me to match high-quality candidates with the right opportunities to help businesses reach their goals and assist candidates in advancing their careers.

My academic background includes a BSc in Nutrition & Food Consumer Sciences from the University of Reading, UK. This education has given me the necessary skills to understand clients' and candidates' needs and provide effective solutions.

  • ​Fran has been 100% supportive of me since I've been looking for new work opportunities. She provides me with useful interview tips and follows up with clients for feedback after attending the interview. She is very patient and does her best to secure a job for me. I feel so blessed to have an opportunity to receive Fran's professional advice and service.

    Finance Officer
    Finance Officer , Technology Company
  • ​I recently worked with Fran to help me recruit for a new finance position. Despite the challenging market, Fran really listened to our requirements and went above and beyond to identify candidates with excellent experience and who would also be a great fit for our organisation. She is always very professional, very responsive and a pleasure to work with.

    Finance Manager
    Finance Manager , Medical Devices Company
  • ​Francesca is one of the best recruitment professionals I have ever worked with. Instead of the common fluffy approach recruiters use, she is direct and effective, knows what she is doing very well, and does meet deadlines. Additionally, she is very personable, communicates very well, and has lovely manners.

    Project Manager
    Project Manager , Medical Devices Company
  • ​Fran is fantastic at what she does. She is very professional in her dealings, easily approachable and has the best interests for her clients. She helped me with my current role and I strongly recommend her services. Wish you all the best Fran!

    Legal Counsel
    Legal Counsel , Global Hygiene, Health and Nutrition Company
  • ​Fran has been absolutely amazing in finding the right opportunity for the right talent. She has a great understanding of the Australian job market, and makes sure that the candidate and organisation are a good fit not just work wise, but also culturally. Through my job search process, Fran was extremely professional, kept me in the loop throughout the hiring process and was always available to provide direction and guidance. All the best and keep up the good work!

    Senior Finance Business Partner
    Senior Finance Business Partner , Global Pharmaceutical Company
  • ​Fran is very friendly, supportive and efficient! If you are looking for a job in healthcare industry, you can count on her!

    Sales Operations Analyst
    Sales Operations Analyst , Global Healthcare Logistics & Medical Supplies Company
  • ​Francesca is an excellent recruitment consultant. She provides valuable insights and enough information for aspirants to do the best in their interviews and recruitment process. Francesca is very supportive, motivating, and highly professional. She quickly understood the kind of role I was looking for, recognising my Data Science strengths and putting me forward for exactly the right job in the field. She was always there to help throughout the process. I could not recommend Francesca more highly.

    Machine Learning & Data Engineer
    Machine Learning & Data Engineer , Global Pharmaceutical Company
  • ​Francesca was an immense help from the very beginning. She took the time to really get to know me as a person and understood my strengths and what I was looking for in the next phase of my career. Francesca helped narrow down roles which played to my strengths and was guiding and supporting me through the interview process.

    Senior Business Intelligence & Insights Analyst
    Senior Business Intelligence & Insights Analyst , Global Pharmaceutical Company

Jobs by Francesca Strange.

Accounting and Finance

Junior Accountant

  • Sydney
  • $80 000 - $90 000 + Super

Benefits... Hybrid working environment Full-time or flexible part-time options available Flexibility around start and finish times Offices located in Sydney CBD, 2000 Supportive, collaborative team culture Exposure to end-to-end recruitment finance operations Opportunity to develop finance and payroll expertise within a growing business About the company... This organisation is a specialist healthcare recruitment firm supporting clients and candidates across both contract and permanent roles. The business is known for its professional, relationship-led approach and strong focus on quality, compliance, and reliable service delivery. The finance team plays an important role in supporting healthcare contractors, clients, and internal consultants through accurate invoicing, payroll administration, and financial processes. About the opportunity... This role supports the day-to-day finance operations of a busy healthcare recruitment business. Reporting to the Accountant, the role plays a key part in ensuring invoicing, contractor payroll, system accuracy, and finance administration run smoothly across the business. You will work closely with the Finance team, recruitment consultants, contractors, and clients, acting as a central point of support across invoicing, payroll administration, data management, and compliance. The role offers flexibility around working hours and suits someone looking for balance while remaining hands-on in a professional finance role. In this role you will… Prepare and raise accurate weekly and monthly invoices for contractor and permanent placements Support accounts receivable processes and assist with debt collection follow-ups Assist with end-to-end contractor payroll, including onboarding, timesheets, variations, and payroll queries Maintain accurate financial records and support general ledger postings Set up and maintain clients, contractors, and placements across finance and CRM systems Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all systems Issue and manage Terms of Business and support recruitment consultants with administrative queries Act as a point of contact for client and contractor enquiries relating to invoicing, placements, and onboarding Assist with payroll and legislative compliance (PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax, internal controls) Support payroll and finance reporting, including ad-hoc requests Process contractor expense reimbursements and credit card reconciliations In this role you'll need… Experience in a finance administration, payroll, or billing role Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Confidence working with numbers and strong Excel skills Experience using accounting and CRM systems (e.g. MYOB, Bullhorn, Astute or similar) Strong organisational and time-management skills Confident communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Degree-qualified (finance or accounting preferred) Experience in recruitment, labour hire, or professional services, contractor payroll, or accounts receivable will be well regarded. Culture... This is a supportive, professional, and down-to-earth environment that values trust, accountability, and collaboration. The team focuses on outcomes rather than rigid processes and supports flexible ways of working. Accuracy, reliability, and mutual respect are central to how the business operates. How to apply... Your application will be reviewed by Francesca Strange, Specialist Manager. About Healthcare Professionals Group... Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.

Accounting and Finance

Accountant

  • Sydney
  • $80 000 - $90 000 + Super

Benefits... Hybrid working environment Full-time or flexible part-time options available Flexibility around start and finish times Offices located in Sydney CBD, 2000 Supportive, collaborative team culture Exposure to end-to-end recruitment finance operations Opportunity to develop finance and payroll expertise within a growing business About the company... This organisation is a specialist healthcare recruitment firm supporting clients and candidates across both contract and permanent roles. The business is known for its professional, relationship-led approach and strong focus on quality, compliance, and reliable service delivery. The finance team plays an important role in supporting healthcare contractors, clients, and internal consultants through accurate invoicing, payroll administration, and financial processes. About the opportunity... This role supports the day-to-day finance operations of a busy healthcare recruitment business. Reporting to the Accountant, the role plays a key part in ensuring invoicing, contractor payroll, system accuracy, and finance administration run smoothly across the business. You will work closely with the Finance team, recruitment consultants, contractors, and clients, acting as a central point of support across invoicing, payroll administration, data management, and compliance. The role offers flexibility around working hours and suits someone looking for balance while remaining hands-on in a professional finance role. In this role you will… Prepare and raise accurate weekly and monthly invoices for contractor and permanent placements Support accounts receivable processes and assist with debt collection follow-ups Assist with end-to-end contractor payroll, including onboarding, timesheets, variations, and payroll queries Maintain accurate financial records and support general ledger postings Set up and maintain clients, contractors, and placements across finance and CRM systems Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across all systems Issue and manage Terms of Business and support recruitment consultants with administrative queries Act as a point of contact for client and contractor enquiries relating to invoicing, placements, and onboarding Assist with payroll and legislative compliance (PAYG, superannuation, payroll tax, internal controls) Support payroll and finance reporting, including ad-hoc requests Process contractor expense reimbursements and credit card reconciliations In this role you'll need… Experience in a finance administration, payroll, or billing role Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Confidence working with numbers and strong Excel skills Experience using accounting and CRM systems (e.g. MYOB, Bullhorn, Astute or similar) Strong organisational and time-management skills Confident communication skills with internal and external stakeholders Degree-qualified (finance or accounting preferred, but not essential) Experience in recruitment, labour hire, or professional services, contractor payroll, or accounts receivable will be well regarded. Culture... This is a supportive, professional, and down-to-earth environment that values trust, accountability, and collaboration. The team focuses on outcomes rather than rigid processes and supports flexible ways of working. Accuracy, reliability, and mutual respect are central to how the business operates. How to apply... Your application will be reviewed by Francesca Strange, Specialist Manager. About Healthcare Professionals Group... Healthcare Professionals Group recruits all positions: executive, permanent, contracting/temp, at all levels, across all areas of healthcare - Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Medical Technology and Clinical Care. Medical Affairs & Life Sciences Recruitment - Clinical Research, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, Quality, Data Management, Regulatory Affairs, Scientific; Commercial Recruitment - Marketing, Sales, Analytics, Government and External Affairs; Business Operations & Infrastructure Recruitment - Administration, Customer Service, Engineering, Finance, Human Resources, IT, L&D, Legal, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Warehouse; Clinical Care Recruitment - Allied Health, Aged Care, General Practice, Medical Imaging, Medical Management, Medical Specialties, Nursing. For more job opportunities, visit www.hpgconnect.com.

COMBINED EXPERIENCE

At HPG, we pride ourselves on bringing together a diverse group of professionals with extensive backgrounds in the healthcare recruitment industry. Our combined years of experience and specialised knowledge ensure that we deliver unparalleled service to our clients and candidates. By working collaboratively, we harness our collective expertise to meet and exceed your goals and expectations, providing tailored solutions and exceptional support every step of the way. Discover how our unified team effort drives success in every project we undertake.

Jo Turner

Jo Turner

Divisional Manager - Business Support, Operations and Life Sciences