The Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing the end-to-end finance function across financial accounting, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, compliance and reporting. As the Financial Controller and a key 2IC to the CFO, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial integrity, driving process improvement and providing commercial support to the broader business.
Leading a team across finance operations and financial accounting, you will be responsible for maintaining a strong control environment, delivering accurate and timely reporting, managing external audits and driving continuous improvement across systems, processes and reporting frameworks.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading and developing a high-performing finance team across accounting, payroll, receivables and payables
Managing month-end, year-end and statutory reporting requirements
Overseeing external audits, taxation compliance and regulatory lodgements
Maintaining a robust internal control and governance framework
Driving improvements across finance systems, reporting and operational processes
Supporting budget, forecasting and business planning activities
Managing key external stakeholder relationships including auditors, banking partners and regulatory bodies
Providing financial analysis and strategic support to senior leadership
Leading finance-related projects and change initiatives across the organisation
This is a highly visible role that combines technical accounting excellence, people leadership and continuous improvement within a complex, fast-paced environment.
The Candidate
You are an experienced Financial Controller or Finance Manager who thrives in a hands-on leadership role.




Your background will include:
CA or CPA qualification
Proven experience leading and developing finance teams
Strong technical accounting expertise, including statutory reporting, tax and compliance
Experience managing external audits and financial control frameworks
Demonstrated success driving process improvement and systems enhancements
Strong understanding of financial reporting standards, GST and taxation requirements
Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across a business
Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational execution
Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills
Experience within a medium to large, multi-faceted organisation will be highly regarded, particularly where you have led change, strengthened controls and improved finance operations.
About the Company
Our client is a well-established and highly respected organisation with a strong market presence and a reputation for excellence. Operating in a dynamic commercial environment, the business has continued to invest in people, systems and process improvement, creating an chance for an experienced finance leader to make a significant impact.
The culture is collaborative, forward thinking and focused on continuous improvement, with senior leadership committed to empowering their teams and supporting professional growth.
What's on Offer
Key leadership role within a successful and growing organisation
$150,000 - $160,000 + Superannuation + STI Bonus
Broad remit with genuine influence across the business
Opportunity to partner closely with an experienced CFO
High-performing and supportive leadership team
Ongoing focus on systems, process and operational improvement
Melbourne CBD location with flexible working arrangements
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📌 Financial Controller (Melbourne)
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