Leading a team of five, you will take ownership of global financial reporting, accounting operations, controls, treasury and payroll.

Client Details

My client is an iconic global SaaS organisation.

Description

- Lead and mentor a high-performing (and incredibly friendly!) team of five, driving capability, engagement and operational excellence.
- Drive the finalisation of historic reporting, a key priority for Q4 2026
- Establish a reliable and sustainable operating rhythm within Accounting & Reporting, with a particular focus on timely, accurate monthly reporting
- Establish robust financial controls, accounting policies and governance frameworks to support growth and compliance.
- Champion automation, process improvement and AI-led initiatives across the finance operations function.
- Oversee accounting operations including capitalisation, transfer pricing, treasury management and accounts payable governance.
- Act as the final approver for key finance operations activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and strong risk management.
- Partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, Tax, People & Culture, Legal and Product teams to deliver strategic business outcomes.
- Lead revenue operations, payroll governance and employee share scheme (ESOP) accounting and compliance requirements.
- Contribute to critical business transformation initiatives,



including entity structure reviews, operating model improvements and other strategic projects.

Profile

- CA qualified
- Ideally available to commence by mid October 2026
- Strong technical accounting experience (8 years) commencing in a Big 4 (mid-tier at a minimum)
- Global payroll management/oversight experience is highly valued
- SaaS and/or tech experience (ideal), with global operations
- Demonstrated management of a high performing team, particularly across Accounting and Payroll
- Robust curiosity around and application of AI and automation within finance
- A 'people first' mindset - culture is fiercely protected here

Job Offer

- An initial 12 month fixed term contract
- Unrivalled flexibility and culture- no in office mandate (recommendation for 2 days in office ideally)
- $200,000 - $250,000 Super
- Immediate start available
- Lead a high performing team that you will love, but also learn from! (There are some extremely AI savvy operators!)
- Genuine people first culture - the business actually lives its values
- A range of other perks, i.e paid lunches, annual stipend that can be allocated towards a course or charity etc

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact William Harris on 61 3 8640 3145.

📌 Group Financial Controller | SaaS | 2 Days Onsite (Cremorne)
🏢 Michael Page
📍 Cremorne