Bda Financial Controller

Boeing Riv Site; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Hybrid work model

Paid leave options

Discounts on health insurance, travel,

Salary sacrifice for superannuation

Career development and mentorship

Recognition program

Job summary

Boeing Defence Australia seeks a Financial Controller to lead FP&A, accounting operations and payroll, driving strategic finance initiatives. This senior role partners with executives to ensure financial integrity, regulatory compliance and timely reporting while building a high-performing team.

The role emphasizes continuous improvement and a positive workplace culture. Reporting to the CFO, the successful candidate will guide budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning while aligning with

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in business, accounting or finance.
• Postgraduate professional membership with CPA/CAANZ or equivalent.
• Proven leadership skills and management techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with key stakeholders.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial control environment including policy compliance and internal control effectiveness.
• Oversee FP&A, payroll, financial accounting and transaction services.
• Ensure timely, accurate statutory and US reporting.
• Lead audits and regulatory reviews; drive corrective actions.
• Partner with leaders on budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning.
• Develop and coach finance staff and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication (written and oral)

Timely delivery

Education

Relevant degree in Business/Accounting/Finance

CPA/CAANZ or equivalent

Tools

Financial systems

Job description

The Opportunity Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer we are seeking a Financial Controller to join our team, leading FP&A, Financial Accounting & Transaction services, Payroll and driving the broader Finance strategic initiatives. We're looking for a “can-do” self-starter, who has a passion for developing their team and implementing a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate will be a finance professional who enjoys collaborating with diverse stakeholders, enjoys finding opportunities for continuous improvement and can drive outcomes. The Financial Controller is a senior finance leader responsible for directing financial reporting, accounting operations, payroll, internal controls, and compliance activities for the business. This role provides strategic oversight of financial integrity, supports executive decision-making, and ensures the organisation's financial practices are aligned with corporate policy, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The Financial Controller leads a team of finance and accounting professionals and partners with senior leadership to drive operational performance, risk management, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Leadership and Governance
  • Lead the organisation's financial control environment, including accounting governance, policy compliance, and internal control effectiveness.
  • Serve as a key finance advisor to senior leadership on financial performance, risks, and opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain financial controls consistent with corporate and regulatory requirements.
  • Actively contribute to Financial Leadership Initiatives and be a proactive member of the Finance Leadership Team
  • Collaboratively working with Business Managers and the broader finance function to meet business and program needs
• Financial Reporting, Analysis and Transactional Services
  • Leadership across FP&A, Payroll, Financial Accounting and Transactional Services groups
  • Oversee month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
  • Ensure the accuracy, integrity, and timeliness of all financial reporting (statutory, local and consolidated US reporting).
  • Review and approve financial statements, reports, and management information.
  • Provide clear analysis of financial results, trends, variances, and forecasts.
  • Management of overhead cost pools, rate management and reporting
  • Oversee Long Range Business Planning reporting cycles
  • Support executive reporting, including board-level and leadership presentations as required.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable accounting standards.
• Internal Controls, Compliance, and Audit
  • Maintain strong internal controls over financial reporting and operational accounting processes.
  • Lead support for internal and external audits, regulatory reviews, and control assessments.
  • Identify control weaknesses and drive corrective actions.
  • Ensure compliance with tax, statutory, corporate, and legal reporting requirements.
• Business Partnering and Strategic Support
  • Partner with operational and functional leaders to support budgeting, forecasting, and long-range planning.
  • Contribute to business decisions through financial insight, risk assessment, and scenario analysis.
  • Support strategic initiatives, investment reviews, and performance improvement efforts.
  • Influence decision-making through effective communication of financial impacts.
• Team Leadership and Development
  • Lead, coach, and develop finance and accounting staff.
  • Build a high-performing team culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
  • Promote succession planning, capability development, and employee engagement.
  • Assign priorities and manage workload to meet business and reporting deadlines.
• Process Improvement and Systems
  • Drive improvements in accounting processes, reporting efficiency, and control effectiveness.
  • Partner with business and IT teams to optimize financial systems, tools and data quality.
  • Identify opportunities for automation and standardization.
  • Ensure financial processes scale effectively with business needs.

Experience/Qualifications

• Relevant Business/Accounting/Finance degree
• Post graduate Professional membership with CPA / CAANZ or equivalent
• Proven leadership skills and management techniques
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with key stakeholders
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to deliver on-time with high quality
• Financial policy and process definitionApplicants must be Australian Citizens and the ability to obtain a Defence security clearance would be required

Benefits

• Competitive Salary & Bonuses: Enjoy a competitive salary along with yearly bonuses.
• Flexible Work Schedule: Benefit from a hybrid work model, with options for an RDO and WHF 2 days a week.
• Paid Leave Options: Access various paid leave entitlements to support your personal and family needs.
• Financial Discounts: Take advantage of discounted health insurance premiums, travel, and retail shopping, along with a nationwide Fitness Passport.
• Financial Benefits: Explore options for novated leasing and salary sacrifice for superannuation.
• Career Development: Receive both informal and formal tailored mentorship to accelerate your career growth and design promotional pathways.
• Recognition Program: Participate in our recognition award program, which acknowledges professional achievements through a points and payment scheme.

About the company

At Boeing, we connect, protect, explore, and inspire the world through aerospace innovation. As one of Australia's leading prime defence contractors, Boeing Defence Australia supports some of the largest and most complex programs for the customers including the Australian Defence Force to support world- class defence capabilities. Boeing plays an integral role in the region's aerospace and defence industry. We are a leader in advanced manufacturing for commercial airplane components, the development and production of Collaborative Combat Aircraft, communications systems, sustainment, training and services, research and development, and uncrewed systems. We are committed to building a unique and inclusive workplace. Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and ex-defence personnel are encouraged to apply.