Financial Controller

Talent Finance are partnering with a key international client to appoint an experienced Financial Controller for its Sydney operation.The opportunityThis is a broad, hands on role offering genuine ownership of the finance function in Australia and the opportunity to play a key part in how it develops moving forward.Working closely with senior leadership in Australia and an international Group Finance team based in the UK, you will take ownership across financial reporting, controls, cash flow, budgeting, forecasting and compliance, while providing the commercial insight needed to support key business decisions.There is also a real opportunity to shape and develop the finance function, strengthen processes and controls and establish a robust financial framework to support the continued growth of the Australian business.The roleKey responsibilities will include:

• Leading monthly, quarterly and annual financial close and reporting
• Developing and maintaining strong financial controls, processes and procedures
• Managing cash flow forecasting, liquidity and working capital
• Delivering management information, KPI and Group reporting
• Leading budgets, forecasts and longer term financial planning
• Providing financial analysis, scenario modelling and commercial insight
• Managing Australian statutory reporting, audit and tax requirements
• Partnering closely with senior operational leadership
• Supporting commercial and investment decisions
• Driving continuous improvement across finance processes, controls and systemsWhat we’re looking forYou will be a qualified accountant, ideally CA ANZ, CPA, ACA, ACCA or equivalent, with strong experience as a Financial Controller, Finance Manager or in a similar senior finance role.You will bring:
• Strong knowledge of Australian financial reporting, taxation and compliance requirements
• Experience managing external audit processes and statutory reporting
• Strong budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling and analytical capability
• Experience working within an international or multi entity organisation
• A commercial mindset and confidence partnering with senior operational stakeholders
• A hands on approach with the ability to operate both strategically and in the detail
• A track record of strengthening financial controls, processes and reportingDue to the nature of the organisation and its work within the Australian Defence sector, applicants must be Australian Citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an Australian Government Security Vetting Agency (AGSVA) security clearance.Experience within defence, engineering, manufacturing, technology or another project led environment would be highly advantageous. And previous exposure to the Australian Defence environment would be particularly valuable, including experience with ASDEFCON frameworks, Commonwealth cost assurance, Defence financial compliance and reporting, or familiarity with Defence CASG Cost Principles.What’s on offerSalary: A$180,000 to A$195,000 + super

Location: Sydney, NSWContract: PermanentFor someone who enjoys building, improving and taking ownership rather than simply maintaining an established finance function, this is a genuinely exciting opportunity.For a confidential conversation, apply or contact Anja Davison at Talent Finance.Talent Finance is committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.