We're not just building properties — we're building a legacy.

Kokoda is entering an exciting new era expanding into hospitality, commercial and lifestyle destinations that redefine how people live, work and connect.

From luxury developments to world-class precincts, we're pushing boundaries in design and delivery. Being part of Kokoda means joining a team that's shaping the future with bold vision, relentless passion and unmistakable style.

We don't do the norm. Kokoda was built on backing ourselves, saying yes when others say no, and delivering beyond expectations. We take pride in our reputation for superior quality and exceptional service, earning our place as a leader in the industry. With $3.6 billion in projects under management and more than 25 industry awards, we're just getting started.

At Kokoda, it's not just about what you bring, it's about who you are. We look for people who are passionate, driven and committed to doing things better. People who want to make a difference — for their team, our customers and the communities we help create.

And now, we're looking for an experienced Financial Controller to lead our finance function through its next chapter.

The Opportunity This is a hands-on leadership role at the heart of Kokoda's finance function.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you'll own the day-to-day operation of finance — running group and project-level reporting, disciplined controls and a high-performing finance team — while the CFO leads financial strategy, funding and governance.

You'll partner closely with the CFO and across Development, Construction,



Sales and Legal to deliver robust commercial insight and maintain compliance across a premium and luxury development pipeline. It suits a financial leader who pairs technical rigour with commercial judgement and thrives in a fast-moving, founder-led environment.

About the Role

Own the preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts and consolidated financial statements

Lead a disciplined month-end close, account reconciliations and accrual journals

Establish and maintain robust internal controls across balance sheet, intercompany, accounts payable and funding

Manage cash flow, working capital and financial risk across the group

Project & Development Accounting

Oversee project accounting across the development portfolio, including Actual v Budget analysis

Contribute to current and new site feasibilities

Prepare monthly reporting for banks and JV partners

Oversee bank and JV drawdowns and support the settlements process for project developments

Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Insight

Develop and manage annual budgets, forecasts and rolling projections at group and project level

Provide variance analysis and commercial insight to support decision-making

Support scenario modelling for land acquisitions,



JV proposals and investment decisions

Oversee statutory reporting, audit, FBT and income tax compliance

Ensure reporting compliance with bank covenants and funding obligations

Oversee payroll processing and controls

Lead, mentor and develop the finance team — Senior Project Accountant, Project Accountant and Accounts Payable

Build a collaborative, commercially minded and solutions-focused culture

About You You bring:

Demonstrated experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader, ideally within property development, construction or project-based environments

CA/CPA qualified, with strong working knowledge of Australian accounting, tax and statutory requirements

Experience with project feasibilities, JV reporting and development drawdowns

Proven ability to establish financial controls and governance frameworks

Experience managing and developing a finance team

Comfort operating in a fast-paced, founder-led or entrepreneurial environment

Strong commercial acumen and excellent stakeholder communication skills

Experience with Xero or similar accounting software

Why Join Us

Lead the finance function of a business with $3.6 billion in projects under management and more than 25 industry awards

Work closely with a CFO and leadership team who value rigour and initiative

Genuine autonomy and ownership over the finance function's people, systems and processes

Be part of Kokoda's next era — where property, hospitality and lifestyle intersect

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📌 Financial Controller (Port Phillip City)
🏢 Kokoda Property
📍 Port Phillip City