Own the numbers in a growing, capital-intensive SMEDirect owner and board exposure in a hands-on high impact finance roleInner east location, Stones Corner.Why You Will Be Excited About This RoleA pivotal leadership role for someone who wants to be close to the action and trusted for their commercial judgement.You will join a privately owned SME connected to hands-on, construction-related and industrial markets in the equipment rental/leasing space.
The business is growing, practical and fast-moving, with customers and stakeholders who value speed, clarity and straight answers.You have a small team.
Your influence will come from how well you own the numbers, build trust and help the Managing Director, leadership team and board make better decisions.You will be excited by the chance to:Own reporting, forecasting, cash flow visibility and financial controlTurn numbers into practical insight on performance, margins, risk and growthWork closely with a flat leadership team and board stakeholdersBring structure to a business that is still maturing its systems and processesWhy Will You Like Working HereThis is a small, close-knit business where people know each other, decisions move quickly and your contribution will be visible.
You will move into a role where your advice will be heard, not lost in layers.The role is currently based in Morningside with a move to Stones Corner shortly.
The culture will suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, direct and involved.What You Will Be Working OnYour job will be to stand behind providing timely and useful insight and interpretations,



not just a download of the numbers.
You will lead the finance rhythm across reporting, forecasting, cash flow, month-end, controls and compliance.
More importantly, you will help the business understand what the numbers mean and what should happen next.Your focus will include:Delivering clear monthly and quarterly reporting, dashboards and forecastsProviding practical variance analysis and financial insightImproving cash flow forecasting and working capital disciplineSupporting board reporting and senior leadership decision-makingAnalysing performance, margins, pricing and commercial riskStrengthening controls, systems, data integrity and finance processesWhat Type of Person Will Be SuccessfulYou will be a hands-on Head of Finance, Financial Controller or senior finance professional who can operate confidently in a small, fast-moving business.You will bring:Robust finance experience in an SME or operational businessConfidence across reporting, forecasting, cash flow and month-end with an understanding of the value of structure and processesCommercial judgement around performance, margins and riskThe ability to engage with a range of senior stakeholders through clear financial insightInitiative to improve systems and processes without overcomplicating themA relationship-led style suited to a small, close-knit teamYou may currently be a Finance Manager, Financial Controller, Commercial Manager or hands-on CFO looking for broader influence.Confidential enquiries welcomed by Ian Hamilton on .
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📌 Financial Controller (Brisbane)
🏢 Carroll Consulting Group
📍 Brisbane