Financial Controller

Mirait Technologies Australia; Central Coast; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Working Arrangement

Professional development

Job summary

MIRAIT Technologies Australia is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial control function and provide clear commercial insight across the business. Reporting to the CFO, this is a hands-on leadership role with responsibility across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, compliance, governance and continuous improvement.

You will lead a finance team of three, partner with senior and operational leaders, and work with international stakeholders to

Qualifications

• CA/CPA or equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience in financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and statutory compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting, taxation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing a finance team.
• Ability to collaborate with senior leaders, operational teams and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead monthly and annual financial reporting and consolidation with accurate statements.
• Ensure reporting meets divisional requirements and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Own annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes with senior leaders.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, banking relationships and approvals.
• Ensure funding supports operational and capital needs.
• Provide clear analysis of performance, trends and risks for executives and board.
• Oversee group taxation and regulatory obligations with external advisers.
• Maintain internal control, governance and internal audit framework.
• Identify and deliver improvements across finance systems, reporting and processes.
• Lead, coach and develop the finance team and promote continuous improvement.

Skills

CA/CPA or equivalent

Financial reporting

Budgeting

Forecasting

Cash flow management

Regulatory compliance

Team leadership

MS Office

Financial analysis

Education

Chartered Accountant / CPA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP / Consolidation systems

Job description

MIRAIT Technologies Australia is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the financial control function and provide clear commercial insight across the business.

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this is a hands‑on leadership role with responsibility across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, compliance, governance and continuous improvement.

You will lead a finance team of three, partner with senior and operational leaders, and work with international stakeholders to strengthen reporting, controls and financial decision‑making.

This opportunity may suit an established Financial Controller or a senior finance leader ready to take on a broader leadership role.

The Company:

MIRAIT Technologies Australia delivers telecommunications and energy infrastructure construction and maintenance services.

We focus on delivering quality outcomes for our customers while maintaining a safe, capable and collaborative workplace.

The Role:

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing monthly and annual financial reporting and consolidation, ensuring accurate and timely financial statements.
• Ensuring reporting meets divisional requirements and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Leading the annual budgeting and rolling forecast processes in partnership with senior leaders.
• Managing cash flow, working capital, banking relationships, transactions and approvals.
• Ensuring funding supports operational and capital requirements.
• Providing clear analysis of financial performance, trends and risks to support executive and board-level decision‑making.
• Managing group taxation and regulatory obligations in consultation with external advisers.
• Maintaining an effective internal control, governance and internal audit framework.
• Identifying and delivering improvements across finance systems, reporting and processes.
• Supporting greater efficiency and automation across the finance function.
• Leading, coaching and developing the finance team while promoting accountability and continuous improvement.

You:

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• CA/ CPA or equivalent recognised professional qualification.
• Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and statutory compliance.
• Sound knowledge of Australian accounting, taxation and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing a finance team.
• The ability to work effectively with senior leaders, operational teams and international stakeholders.
• Strong financial analysis skills and the judgement to translate financial information into practical commercial advice.
• Strong systems capability, including advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• An improvement-focused approach and experience strengthening financial systems, processes or reporting.
  

Advantageous, but not essential: Experience in telecommunications, construction, infrastructure or another project-based environment.

• Supportive, friendly, and collaborative team environment.
• Work/life balance with access to the company Employee Assistance Program.
• Inclusive Paid Parental Leave Program: Supporting both carers.
• Commitment to your ongoing professional development.
• Flexible Working Arrangement.
• The opportunity to influence systems, reporting and finance capability.

Diversity:

At MIRAIT Technologies Australia, we're dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a safe, diverse, and inclusive workplace where every team member feels valued. Recognising that diversity enhances our collective strength, we believe in embracing individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, genders, and abilities, creating equal opportunities for all. Upholding a strict policy against any form of harassment, we prioritise nurturing a workplace where all feel safe to thrive.

Join us in our endeavour to construct a workplace characterised by mutual respect, appreciation, and empowerment. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, please contact Brittany Hawthorne on 02 4329 9*** or email *******@mirait.com.au. All of your information will be treated as confidential in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988.

Mirait has zero tolerance for drug & alcohol use and any candidates will undergo pre-employment testing prior to offers being made.