Financial Controller in Inner West, Australia

Controllership & Commercial Exposure

Company Background

Our client is a well-established professional services organisation that provides a range of corporate and financial solutions to clients across the APAC region. Known for its commitment to quality, innovation, and service excellence, the company combines its industry expertise with modern technology and digital platforms to deliver robust, reliable, best-in-class services.

With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, the business fosters a supportive culture that empowers employees to contribute ideas and develop their skills. Team members enjoy working in an environment that values integrity, flexibility, and operational excellence. This is reflected in the impressive tenure of employees. Working from home 2 days per week is also on offer.

If you’re looking to join a progressive, technology-driven organisation with a strong reputation and a people-first culture, this is an excellent opportunity to be part of their success story.

The Role

Responsibilities would include:

• Strategic Partner: Support the Country CEO, Group CFO, and Business Unit leaders to drive company strategy, growth initiatives, and commercial outcomes.

• Commercial Oversight: Provide financial governance over major service contracts, pricing models, and client proposals to ensure profitability and risk management.

• AFSL & Regulatory Compliance: Oversee financial operations in line with AFSL obligations, AASB/IFRS standards, ATO, and ASIC requirements; manage audits and statutory reporting.

• Operational & Performance Analysis: Monitor revenue, margins, and key financial metrics; deliver insights to enhance efficiency and performance.

• Budgeting & Forecasting: Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term financial planning processes aligned with strategic goals.

• Cash Flow & Treasury Leadership: With the support of a Treasury Manager, oversee cash flow forecasting, banking relationships, and working capital.

• People Leadership: Mentor and manage a small & capable finance team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and professional growth.

• Risk Management & Governance: Identify and mitigate financial risks, maintain robust internal controls, and support corporate governance initiatives.

Your Background

This is a key hire for the group. The following requirements have been given to us as criteria for prospective candidates:

• A strong foundation in audit earlier in your career, within a Big-4 or a second-tier chartered accounting firm.

• Hands-on experience in tax and treasury functions.

• Familiarity with AFSL obligations and the ability to review/sign off on compliance matters.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Currently a Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager, comfortable managing a broad range of responsibilities across finance and operations.

If you are keen to apply for this Financial Controller role, please apply below, or contact Adele at Richard Lloyd at ***************************** quoting reference 10348 .

Please submit your CV in Word format and note that, due to the high volume of responses we receive, only suitable candidates will be contacted.