27 Nov
Ambition
Sydney
Base pay range
A$200,000.00/yr - A$220,000.00/yr
Associate Director - Recruiting Accounting & Finance professionals across the Banking, Financial Services and Insurance sectors
About the Role
We're partnering with a leading global trading firm to recruit their first Financial Controller for the APAC region. This is a hands‑on role with regional scope, covering Sydney, Shanghai, Singapore, and London, and reporting directly to the Chicago‑based CFO. You'll lead a small team of two accountants in Sydney and play a critical role in ensuring robust financial control while supporting a fast‑paced trading setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Own all financial control and accounting processes for APAC.
- Perform daily accounting tasks, this is not just a management role.
- Ensure compliance with local regulations and global standards.
- Partner with senior leadership across multiple time zones.
- Lead and develop a team of two accountants.
What We're Looking For
Industry Experience
- Ideal: Proprietary trading or market‑making firm.
- Minimum: Banking or Big 4 background with exposure to trading clients in the last 5‑10 years.
Technical Skills
- Strong accounting fundamentals and ability to pass a technical test.
- Deep understanding of trading instruments (futures, options) and quick mental math.
Leadership
- 1‑3 years of direct supervisory experience.
Communication
- Confident working with C‑suite stakeholders.
Why Join?
- Collaborative culture with steady growth and work‑life balance.
- Great opportunity for someone stepping up into a Financial Controller position
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Finance and Accounting/Auditing
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📌 Financial Controller - APAC (Sydney)
🏢 Ambition
📍 Sydney
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