Our client is a privately owned, diversified property group, they are looking for a Senior Financial Controller to lead the finance function across a multi-entity group of companies, trusts and development vehicles.
Reporting jointly to the CFO and the Managing Director, you will be a trusted commercial partner as well as the owner of financial integrity and compliance.
Key responsibilities
Lead monthly, quarterly and annual reporting and consolidation across multiple entities and trusts, in line with AASB/IFRS
Oversee development and project accounting, including feasibility, cost-to-complete, capitalisation and revenue recognition on settlement
Manage cashflow forecasting, treasury, debt facilities, covenant reporting and lender relationships
Oversee tax compliance across companies and trusts (BAS, FBT, payroll tax, land tax, Division 7A, UPEs), as well as international obligations such as CFC, transfer pricing and thin capitalisation
Lead the external audit process and strengthen financial controls, governance, insurance and ASIC compliance
Prepare board packs and investment committee materials, and support due diligence, structuring and modelling for acquisitions,



JVs and divestments
Lead and develop the finance team (AP, AR, payroll, reporting) and drive systems and process improvement
Partner with senior leadership on financial strategy, group structuring and long-term capital planning
About you
CA or CPA qualified, with 10+ years' post-qualification experience, including 5+ years as a Financial Controller or in senior finance leadership
Background in property development, real estate, family office or a similarly complex multi-entity structure
Robust technical knowledge of consolidation, trust accounting and property development accounting
Proven record of leading audits, managing tax compliance and working with lenders and advisors
Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills, plus ERP experience (Xero, MYOB, NetSuite or similar)
Team leadership experience, with the ability to communicate clearly with non-finance executives and family principals
Discreet, hands-on and comfortable in a privately held, family-controlled environment
Bilingual English/Mandarin is highly desirable

📌 Senior Financial Controller (New South Wales)
🏢 The Andersen Partnership
📍 New South Wales