Financial Controller in Acacia Ridge, Australia

About the opportunity  

Unison Solar Energy is expanding its finance department to support the next phase of our growth. We are recruiting a Financial Controller to lead our accounting operations, financial reporting, compliance and controls across the business. 

In this role you will lead the end-to-end financial close, budgeting and forecasting, audit and tax activities, treasury and financial controls, while partnering with senior leaders to drive performance and informed decision-making. 

This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in building scalable finance processes and systems for a fast-growing renewable energy business, while helping shape the financial foundations that will support Unison Solar Energy’s continued growth. 

Responsibilities  

• Own budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and financial planning to support business decisions. 
• Manage core accounting operations and statutory reporting, ensuring compliance with Australian accounting, tax and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee financial compliance for grants, green tariffs, subsidies and renewable energy projects. Drive finance process, systems and control improvements to support scalable business growth. 
• Partner with business leaders to provide insights, manage financial risks and improve performance. 
• Lead and develop the finance team, driving accountability, accuracy and continuous improvement. 
• Lead the end-to-end financial close, consolidation, reporting and performance analysis. 

• What you will bring  
• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline. 
• Demonstrated financial control or accounting experience within a corporate or project environment. 
• CA/CPA qualification and strong knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards, IFRS and tax requirements. 
• A proven track record delivering accurate management accounts, budgets, forecasts and statutory reporting. 
• Experience leading audits, compliance activities and financial reporting across multiple entities or projects. 
• Strong systems capability, including experience with SAP, MYOB and ERP platforms. 
• A collaborative mindset, high personal integrity and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams. 

About us  

At Unison Solar Energy, our values guide how we build, lead and grow.  People Power Our Progress by putting people at the centre and creating a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace. 

We  Innovate Locally, Compete Globally through advanced technology, smart manufacturing and responsible problem-solving. 

We  Build with Integrity , acting with honesty, accountability and transparency in every decision and partnership. 

We  Manufacture for the Future , taking pride in high-quality local manufacturing, operational excellence and continuous improvement. 

As  One Unison , we collaborate openly, value different perspectives and work together toward a common purpose. 

How to apply  

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter identifying your financial control and accounting experience, commercial capabilities and the skills and experience that make you the right fit for the role. Unison welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds who share our commitment to a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace.