Business Controller/Commercial Finance Manager

Weidmuller Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Weidmüller Pty Ltd in Sydney is seeking an experienced Business Controller to support the next phase of growth for our ANZ business. You will lead financial planning, deliver insights and partner with senior management.

This senior role reports to the Managing Director Australia and covers budgeting, forecasting, KPI development and governance across finance, commercial, and IT governance activities. Strong SAP and Power BI skills are essential, with experience in multinational organisations.

Qualifications

• CPA or CA qualification is required.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting or Commerce is required.
• At least 10 years' experience in business controlling, commercial finance or financial leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities.
• Deliver financial insights and recommendations to improve performance.
• Develop and monitor KPIs across the organisation.
• Provide commercial support throughout project lifecycles.
• Conduct variance analysis and profitability assessments.
• Prepare management, board and statutory reporting.
• Ensure tax, statutory and corporate compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Decision support

Leadership

Project-based business

Multinational experience

SAP capability

Power BI capability

Problem-solving

Education

CPA or CA qualification

Degree in Finance, Accounting or Commerce

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Business Controller/Commercial Finance Manager

Weidmüller is a global leader in industrial connectivity, automation and smart industrial solutions. With operations in more than 80 countries, we help customers connect, power and automate critical industrial infrastructure across manufacturing, energy, water, mining, transportation and emerging technologies.

We are seeking an experienced Business Controller to support the next phase of growth for our ANZ business.

About the role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director Australia, this role serves as a key member of the leadership team and acts as the financial co-pilot to the business. You'll play a critical role in driving financial performance, supporting strategic decision-making, improving business processes and ensuring strong governance across the organisation. The role also provides leadership across financial operations, business controlling and local IT governance activities.

Key responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities

Deliver financial insights and recommendations to improve business performance

Develop and monitor KPIs across the organisation

Provide commercial support throughout project lifecycles

Conduct variance analysis and profitability assessments

Prepare management, board and statutory reporting

Ensure compliance with taxation, statutory and corporate requirements

Monitor cash flow and working capital performance

Liaise with external auditors, banks and financial partners

Support organisational change and continuous improvement initiatives

Coordinate local IT governance and support with regional teams.

To be successful you will possess:

CPA or CA qualification

Degree in Finance, Accounting or Commerce

Minimum 10 years' experience in Business Controlling, Commercial Finance or Financial Leadership roles

Strong understanding of project-based businesses and commercial environments

Experience within multinational organisations

Advanced SAP and Power BI capability

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

Ability to influence and support executive decision-making

A proactive and adaptable leadership style

What We Offer

Senior leadership role with direct access to executive management

Exposure to regional and global business operations

Collaborative and supportive workplace culture

Opportunity to influence strategic decisions

Competitive salary package and benefits