Financial Controller (D365) - 12M FTC

Job title : Financial Controller (D365) - 12M FTC
Location : Parramatta
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $160,000.00 - $170,000.00 + Superannuation
Contact name : Samantha Tan
Contact email : stan@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : ST1710837
  • Western Sydney | Onsite Parking | Financial Services Non-Negotiable
  • Hands-on, project-focused Financial Controller
  • Lead migration from Microsoft Dynamics AX to Dynamics365
A well-established and globally backed financial services organisation, this business provides tailored lending and financing solutions across a specialised asset portfolio. Known for its strong brand presence and customer-centric approach, the company is currently undergoing a period of transformation and system enhancement, offering the opportunity to be part of a high-impact finance and technology uplift within a structured, regulated environment.

This is a hands-on, project-focused Financial Controller role, ideal for someone who thrives in transformation environments. You will act as the Finance lead on the D365 implementation, working closely with senior leadership, IT, and Group stakeholders to ensure a successful system rollout.

Key Responsibilities 
D365 Implementation & Delivery
  • Lead Finance input into the D365 implementation project
  • Translate business requirements into system design
  • Validate configurations across GL, AP, AR, banking, tax (GST), intercompany, and reporting
  • Partner with IT and project teams to resolve issues and drive delivery
Data Migration & Integrity
  • Oversee finance-related data migration from AX to D365
  • Validate opening balances, subledgers, and system mappings
  • Ensure reconciliation between legacy and new systems
Testing & Go-Live
  • Lead Finance UAT including test scenarios, execution, and issue resolution
  • Support cutover planning and ensure readiness for go-live
Process Improvement & Reporting
  • Design future-state finance processes aligned to D365 capabilities
  • Identify automation and reporting improvements
  • Support development of budgeting and reporting frameworks
Stakeholder Engagement
  • Partner with CFO, CEO, Finance, and Group stakeholders
  • Provide guidance to a junior finance team and drive knowledge transfer
About You
  • CA/CPA qualified
  • 8–12+ years’ experience in Financial Control or similar roles
  • Background in Financial Services (non-negotiable) 
  • Proven experience delivering D365 ERP implementations 
  • Strong understanding of financial processes (GL, AP, AR, tax, intercompany)
  • Hands-on, solutions-oriented, and comfortable working in lean environments
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Why Apply?
  • Play a critical role in a high-impact finance transformation
  • Work directly with senior leadership and influence system design
  • Opportunity to drive process improvement and automation
  • Fast-paced, delivery-focused environment
Apply Now
To apply, please click on the appropriate link below. For a confidential discussion, please contact Samantha Tan at stan@sharpandcarter.com.au