- Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
- Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
- Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
- Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Free daily breakfast and office social events
- Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community

Make the smarter choice. Come and thrive with us.

More information about our HW benefits can be viewed here: bit.ly/HWbenefits

- Permanent full-time position
- Our HW Evolve approach includes hybrid and flexible working. WFH and from modern, open plan offices. We will provide you with WFH IT equipment plus reimbursement of up to $500 for additional equipment
- Competitive remuneration and our Hallstar reward and recognition program
- Learning and career development programs for all roles and levels
- Flexible leave options, including up to 26 weeks paid parental leave
- Free daily breakfast and office social events
- Genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and wellbeing, and pro bono and community

Make the smarter choice. Come and thrive with us.

More information about our HW benefits can be viewed here: bit.ly/HWbenefits

About The Role And Team

We have an exciting and rare opportunity for an experienced and senior Finance professional to join our firm as national Financial Controller on a permanent basis.

This role will ideally be based in Melbourne,



however we are open to considering solid candidates that are Sydney-based.

The Hall & Wilcox Finance team provides financial and management accounting, trust accounting, accounts payable, financial systems management, commercial finance, accounts receivable, credit, banking and practice support services across the firm.

Reporting to the Director - Finance, the Financial Controller is a key member of the Finance leadership team. Operating at Senior Manager level, the role provides strategic, commercial and operational leadership across the firm’s financial reporting, management accounting, trust accounting, accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

The Financial Controller is responsible for the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of the firm’s financial and management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, working capital management, internal controls and statutory and tax compliance. The role provides high-quality financial information and commercial insights to support effective decision-making by the Board, senior leadership, Section Leaders and Partners.

The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For

Strategic Financial Management & Planning





- Lead the coordination and execution of the firm’s budgeting and forecasting process;
- Support long-term financial planning and scenario modelling across business units;
- Provide strategic financial analysis and insights to inform operational and investment decisions;
- Monitor cost trends and lead the implementation of cost optimisation strategies;

Financial Reporting & Control Oversight

- Oversee the preparation of accurate, timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L;, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow) across all firm entities;
- Ensure financial data integrity and alignment with internal policies and accounting standards;
- Lead the maintenance and continuous improvement of financial control frameworks;
- Manage internal audit readiness and coordinate financial control reviews;

Compliance & Statutory Management

- Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory obligations, including BAS, FBT, income tax, and trust account requirements;
- Coordinate external audit processes and manage internal responses to audit recommendations;
- Maintain appropriate documentation and systems to meet legal, partnership, and regulatory obligations;

Cash Flow & Treasury Management

- Manage the firm’s cash flow operations, forecasting, and liquidity planning across all entities;
- Lead day-to-day treasury management and ensure efficient cash utilisation;
- Oversee banking operations and manage transactional relationships with financial institutions;

Finance Systems & Process Improvement

- Drive continuous improvement in finance processes, automation, and

📌 Financial Controller (Sydney)
🏢 Hall & Wilcox
📍 Sydney