Financial Controller

About the Role
I am working with an established Australian agribusiness to find a Financial Controller. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading a finance function, strengthening financial controls and improving finance operations.

You will oversee financial reporting, cash flow and statutory compliance, taking responsibility for the accuracy and integrity of the financial accounts. Working closely with the MD and department heads, you will lead process improvements to strengthen financial controls, improve efficiency and minimise financial risk.

You will also lead and develop the finance team, setting clear priorities and supporting team performance. The position requires strong technical accounting expertise, commercial judgement and the ability to drive improvements across processes and systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the finance team, overseeing training, operations and performance.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, financial reporting and balance sheet integrity.
• Manage statutory financial statements in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Present financial results, key risks and recommendations to senior leaders.
• Oversee cash flow forecasting, working capital and funding requirements.
• Manage external audits and relationships with auditors and tax advisers.
• Ensure timely statutory compliance across BAS/GST, payroll tax, superannuation, FBT, income tax and workers’ compensation.
• Oversee payroll, accounts receivable and accounts payable operations.
• Lead process improvement initiatives.

Skills & Experience

• 12+ years’ experience in financial accounting.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related business discipline.
• Experience managing a small team.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience managing statutory reporting, external audits and financial controls.
• Knowledge of Australian tax, payroll and statutory compliance requirements.
• Strong cash flow and working capital management skills.
• Strong leadership, commercial judgement and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics or similar large-scale systems.

 
How to Apply
If this opportunity aligns with your background and interests, please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Due to the anticipated volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest and for taking the time to apply.