Financial Controller

About the Opportunity

Rombola Family Farms is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this role is responsible for ensuring the availability of accurate and timely financial information to support statutory and management reporting, analysis, and forecasting.

As a key member of the Finance team, you will lead the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions while working closely with operational and business leaders across the organisation.

About the Team

The Finance team works collaboratively to provide processing, reporting, forecasting, and financial modelling of operational and financial data. Through accurate analysis and reporting, the team supports informed decision-making and helps the business operate efficiently, effectively, and proactively.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and support the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable teams.
• Provide training, operational leadership, and performance management.
• Work closely with the Managing Director, Chief Financial Officer, and department leaders on accounts receivable processes and procurement practices.

Accounts Receivable

• Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of customer invoicing.
• Support effective collection activities and customer account management.
• Liaise with the Supply Chain team regarding collections and customer matters where required.

Accounts Payable

• Oversee the accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices.
• Ensure timely follow-up with department leaders on outstanding matters.
• Prepare and execute payment proposals, including visibility of accrued liabilities.

Accounting Responsibilities

• Manage fixed asset accounting, including additions, disposals, and monthly depreciation.
• Support related party accounting activities.
• Provide support to Dee Vine Estate as required.

Reporting & Compliance

• Lead the monthly financial close process.
• Prepare Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable reporting for management.
• Prepare and submit Business Activity Statements (BAS).

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• CA or CPA qualification.
• Demonstrated ability to develop work plans and achieve planned outcomes.
• Strong computer literacy and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Well-developed relationship management skills with the ability to build effective internal and external stakeholder relationships.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.
• A current driver's licence.
• Flexibility to support operational requirements when needed.

Why Join Rombola Family Farms?

This is an opportunity to play a key role within a growing and dynamic agribusiness, partnering with leaders across the organisation and contributing to the ongoing success of the business through strong financial stewardship and operational support.

Applications are encouraged from suitably qualified candidates who enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a high-performing team environment.

Company Overview

The Rombola Family has been farming for over fifty years, since they arrived in Australia in the 1950s from Calabria, Italy. They were part of a large group of migrants who helped transform Australia’s Riverina and surrounding areas into a dynamic, enterprising agricultural region. Today, the Rombola Family Farm sits on over 4,000 hectares of premium horticultural land in New South Wales and the Northern Territory. The company employs more than 300 seasonal contract employees and supplies produce to all capital cities across Australia. The Rombola Family Farms brand is synonymous with quality, and our commitment to excellence has helped us become one of the leading suppliers of fresh produce in Australia under two flagship brands: Rombola Family Farms and Green Gro. Both brands are dedicated to providing high-quality, fresh produce to Australian consumers.