Reports To: CEO and Directors
Direct Reports: Finance Team (including Accountant, Financial & Business Data Analyst, Debtors & Administration Clerk, and collaboration with Payroll)
Location: Flemington, with regular travel to training locations
Purpose of the Role
Working closely with the CEO, Directors and key operational stakeholders, the Financial Controller provides timely financial insights to support decision‐making, business performance and sustainable growth within a dynamic and asset‐intensive equine setting.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Leadership
Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.
Provide commercial and operational financial support to the CEO and Directors.
Collaborate with the outsourced CFO and payroll function to support planning and decision‐making.
Financial Reporting, Budgeting & Analysis
Prepare accurate monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
Deliver management reporting, KPI analysis, budgeting, forecasting and variance reporting.
Monitor business performance and provide recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.
Present financial results, risks and opportunities to management.
Cash Flow, Compliance & Risk Management
Manage cash flow, banking relationships and working capital requirements.
Oversee accounts receivable, accounts payable and client billing processes.
Ensure compliance with all taxation and statutory obligations, including GST, PAYG, FBT and income tax.
Maintain internal controls, asset registers and appropriate insurance arrangements.
Support compliance with relevant industry, workplace health and safety, and regulatory requirements.
Systems, Controls & Process Improvement
Maintain and enhance financial systems, reporting tools and internal controls.




Act as system owner for finance platforms including PRISM and Xero.
Drive process improvement, automation and operational efficiencies across the finance function.
Undertake key finance processing activities including payments, reconciliations, journals and asset management.
Business Partnering
Act as a trusted adviser to management on business performance, investment decisions and growth opportunities.
Provide financial modelling, analysis and commercial insights to support strategic decision‐making.
Build strong relationships across operational areas to ensure finance remains connected to the needs of the business.
Leadership & Culture
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement and collaboration.
Coach and develop team members to support performance and professional growth.
Key Skills & Experience
CPA or CA qualification.
Minimum 8 years' experience in a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or similar leadership role.
Demonstrated experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and statutory compliance.
Strong commercial acumen and financial analysis capability.
Advanced proficiency in accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
Experience using and supporting operational systems that generate financial transactions.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Experience within racing, agribusiness, hospitality or service-based industries will be highly regarded.
High level of integrity, attention to detail and sound judgement.
Other Requirements
Current driver's licence and willingness to travel between business locations.
Flexibility to work outside standard business hours where required to support operational and reporting deadlines.
Commitment to workplace health and safety practices.
Willingness to undergo a National Police Check as a condition of employment.
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