" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eFinancial Controller | $220K - $250K package range\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18687\"\u003e Financial Accounting \u0026amp; Reporting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18689\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18690\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 2/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrowing, private, profitable\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and develop the finance team \u0026amp; implement process improvements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid working | CBD office\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrowing, private, profitable\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and develop the finance team \u0026amp; implement process improvements\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHybrid working | CBD office\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eExcellent opportunity to join an ambitious founder-led high-growth company. We are seeking a technically strong FC to support the CFO who will focus on capital planning and long-range strategy.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Challenge\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The role involves leading and managing a high performing team, while implementing the processes, controls and systems required to support continued growth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSome of your key responsibilities will include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOwning month-end and year-end close across multiple entities, including executive reporting, audit and consolidations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading budgeting, rolling forecasts, scenario modelling and monthly performance analysis\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging cash flow, working capital, debtor collections, banking relationships and covenant reporting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting future M\u0026amp;A activity, including due diligence and post-acquisition finance integration\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrengthening financial controls, processes and documentation as the business continues to scale\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDriving automation and evaluating new ERP, BI and consolidation tools to improve the finance function\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOverseeing tax, statutory and broader compliance requirements across the Group\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartnering with operational leaders to improve financial understanding, accountability and commercial decision-making\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Expertise\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eCA/CPA qualification with 7+ years\u0027 experience across financial control, management accounting or broader finance roles\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious experience operating at Financial Controller or equivalent level\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA strong technical foundation and willingness to be hands on and own month-end\u0026nbsp;\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience within a fast-growth, technology, SaaS or similarly entrepreneurial environment will be highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong systems capability, with an interest in automation and practical experience using AI to improve finance processes\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent stakeholder management skills with the confidence to partner with operational leaders and present to senior executives\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience building or improving finance processes, controls and systems within an evolving environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMulti-entity, M\u0026amp;A integration or finance systems implementation experience will be advantageous\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Step\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Sophie Wood for a confidential discussion on 0491 237 829\u003cbr\u003eOr alternatively please apply per the link below.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout ThompsonCook\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. 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