This is a privately owned and fast-growing business with a portfolio spanning hospitality venues, property development, and investment. With a reputation for quality, innovation, and long-term thinking, the organisation operates in a dynamic environment with a strong emphasis on commercial performance, operational excellence, and strategic growth. Headquartered in Melbourne’s inner suburbs, the business has a long-standing presence and a progressive leadership team.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller plays a key role in supporting strategic decision-making through high-quality financial analysis, reporting, and planning. This is a hands-on role, partnering with leaders across the business to drive performance, support growth initiatives, and ensure financial compliance. The role required 5 days on site, where you will join a collaborative finance team in a high-trust, high-performance environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead annual budgeting and forecasting processes
- Deliver insightful monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting to senior leadership
- Partner with operational and executive teams to support business strategy through financial modelling and analysis
- Monitor and enhance cost control measures across business units
- Ensure compliance with accounting standards required
- Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, including journals, accruals, and reconciliations
- Support and guide junior accounting staff and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage financial inputs into strategic projects and support external/internal audit processes
You’ll be a commercially minded and technically strong finance professional who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. With a strategic lens and hands-on approach, you're a trusted business partner with strong stakeholder engagement skills.
You will bring:
- CA or CPA qualification
- A degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related field
- At least 3 years’ experience in a similar Financial Controller/ Manager or Senior Finance role
- You may be a first mover from a Big 4 or mid-tier firm
- Industry experience in property, hospitality, or investment will be highly regarded.
- Excellent knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards and statutory compliance requirements
- Strong Excel and financial modelling skills
- Exceptional attention to detail, analytical thinking, and communication skills
- A proactive, adaptable mindset with high personal integrity
- Join a respected organisation with long-term growth plans
- Work closely with senior leaders and make a real impact
- Dynamic role with exposure to multiple business units and strategic projects
- Be part of a collaborative, values-driven team culture
- Competitive remuneration package on offer
If you’re ready to take the next step in your finance career and join a company with a strong reputation and ambitious future, we’d love to hear from you.
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Jessica Egan – Sharp and Carter
