Financial Controller

The Financial Controller will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of financial management, reporting, and compliance within the professional services industry. This position is based in Sydney CBD and requires a strong accounting background to ensure the business's financial health and strategic goals are achieved. You will also be liaising with teams across the APAC region.

Client Details

Our client is a reputable, mid-sized player in the professional services industry, known for its commitment to excellence and innovation. With a collaborative environment and a focus on delivering high-quality solutions, they provide an excellent platform for professional growth in the field of accounting and finance.

Description

• Oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and regulations.
• Prepare accurate and timely financial statements and management reports.
• Manage cash flow and oversee treasury functions.
• Lead and mentor the finance team to achieve operational excellence.
• Collaborate with senior management to support strategic decision-making.
• Liaise with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulatory bodies.
• Experience running regional financial reporting.
• Demonstrated experience with cross region collaboration, local and regional stakeholders (APAC).
• Strong financial business partner, ability to build strong relationships and also have difficult / challenging conversations.
• Public Officer with ATO for lodgements.
• Full oversight of finance audit.
• AU tax return lodgement.

Profile

The Successful candidate will have:

• CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent).
• Proven expertise in financial management and reporting.
• Minimum 13-15 years of finance experience, including 5+ in a senior controllership or managerial capacity. Previous Audit experience in a Big 4 or Mid Tier accounting firm and corporate commercial experience is essential.
• Experience within corporate services, investor services, professional services, or B2B service industries is highly advantageous.
• Strong understanding of contract-based revenue models, utilization rates, and service profitability.
• Good knowledge of ASIC regulations and AFS licensing requirements.
• Comfortable collaborating with teams across the APAC region, managing work across different time zones.
• Proven track record in managing financial operations, reporting, and compliance in a fast-paced, service-driven business

Job Offer

• Competitive salary range of $180,000 to $215,000 base plus superannuation.
• Generous holiday leave to support work-life balance.
• Opportunities for career progression within the professional services industry.
• Collaborative and supportive company culture.
• Exposure to challenging and rewarding financial projects.
• Hard line to the Group CFO + dotted line to the AU CEO.
• Hybrid work set up

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact George Deacon on +61282218116.