Financial Controller

SO4 Pty Ltd; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time

Salary competitive

Short-Term Incentive Program

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Salary packaging

Job summary

SO4 Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the finance function for our Lake Way SOP project in Western Australia. You will partner with site leadership to drive financial performance, strengthen governance, and support strategic decisions across budgeting, forecasting, treasury and commercial analysis.

The role requires hands-on leadership, robust reporting, and oversight of payroll for 150–200 employees, with a focus on cost control and continuous improvement in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the finance function across the operation including financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Partner with site leadership to drive financial performance and cost optimisation.
• Oversee treasury, payroll for 150–200 employees and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Financial modelling

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CA or CPA

Tools

Pronto

SAP

Microsoft Dynamics

Oracle

Job description

SO4 is producing world-class Sulphate of Potash (SOP) from our Lake Way Project in the Goldfields region of Western Australia, just south of Wiluna.

As a growing SOP producer, we're helping establish a sustainable new industry in Australia while challenging conventional approaches through innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement.

As we continue to scale our operations, we are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the finance function and support the next phase of business growth.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible leadership role where you'll work closely with operational and executive stakeholders, provide strategic financial insight, strengthen governance and controls, and contribute directly to the success of the operation.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Reporting to the Head of Finance & Commercial, you will lead the finance function across the operation, overseeing financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, treasury, payroll, governance and commercial analysis.

This is a hands‑on role requiring both strategic thinking and operational engagement. You will partner with site leadership teams to drive financial performance, optimise costs, improve processes and support informed decision‑making across the business.

Key Responsibilities

Lead mentor and develop the finance team

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement

Drive capability development and performance outcomes

Manage month-end, quarter-end and annual reporting processes

Deliver accurate and timely financial and management reporting

Ensure compliance with accounting standards, taxation requirements and company policies

Coordinate statutory reporting and external audits

Budgeting, Forecasting & Commercial Analysis

Lead the annual budgeting process

Develop rolling forecasts, cash flow models and strategic financial plans

Analyse financial results and provide commentary on performance drivers

Support investment decisions through robust business case modelling

Operational Performance & Cost Management

Monitor mining, processing, maintenance, labour and contractor costs

Analyse production costs and key operational metrics

Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs

Support capital projects and equipment investment decisions

Treasury & Payroll Oversight

Manage cash flow, working capital and banking relationships

Oversee payroll operations for approximately 150-200 employees

Ensure compliance with employment legislation, awards and enterprise agreements

Governance, Risk & Continuous Improvement

Maintain strong internal controls and financial governance frameworks

Manage taxation obligations including GST, Payroll Tax, FBT and Income Tax

Drive systems improvements and process efficiencies

Identify and mitigate financial and operational risks

Safety Leadership

Champion a proactive safety culture

Demonstrate visible leadership in Health, Safety and Wellbeing initiatives

ABOUT YOU

You are a collaborative and commercially focused finance leader who thrives in operational environments and enjoys partnering with the business to improve performance.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline

CA or CPA qualification

Experience

5+ years' finance experience with at least 3 years in a leadership position

Experience within mining, resources, construction or heavy industry

Demonstrated success leading budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting processes

Experience managing payroll and workforce-related financial activities

Exposure to project accounting and capital expenditure management

Experience within a mining contractor or owner-operator environment will be highly regarded

Technical Capability

Advanced financial modelling, reporting and analytical skills

Strong understanding of Australian taxation and statutory reporting requirements

Experience with ERP systems such as Pronto, SAP, Microsoft Dynamics or Oracle

Advanced Excel and Office 365 capability

Knowledge of mining production and cost reporting systems

Personal Attributes

Strong commercial acumen and business judgement

Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills

Strategic thinker with a practical and solutions-focused approach

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

High attention to detail balanced with a big-picture mindset

Passion for developing teams and building capability

Commitment to safety, collaboration and continuous improvement

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

At SO4, we value our people and are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and rewarding workplace.

Our benefits continue to grow, some of these include.

• - Permanent full-time opportunity
• - Healthy and competitive salary
• - Eligibility to participate in the Short-Term Incentive Program (STIP)
• - Social events
• - 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave, including return to work incentive
• - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Wellness App
• - Manager Assistance Program (MAP)
• - Salary Packaging (Novated Lease Vehicles, Electronic Devices, Education Expenses, FIFO Travel and FIFO Airport Car Parking)
• - Salary Sacrificing (Superannuation).
• - Discounts on thousands of retailers

Applicants must have full Australian working rights and be able to satisfy site access requirements, including pre-employment medical assessments, drug and alcohol screening and National Police Clearance checks.

SO4 is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, and individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.