Financial Controller

Austmont; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 140.000 - 230.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

On-site parking

Employee benefits

Recognition programs

Collaborative culture

Descripción de la vacante

Austmont Pty Ltd, part of the Dunbrae Group, is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to lead the finance function and partner with senior leadership to shape financial strategy. The role focuses on governance, reporting, planning and continuous improvement across a manufacturing and project-based environment.

You will manage a finance team, deliver accurate financial insights, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive performance improvements while supporting strategic business decisions across

Formación

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline.
• CA or CPA qualification is essential.
• Proven experience in financial management, financial control or business partnering.
• Experience in project-based and manufacturing environments, including project costing and gross margin analysis.

Responsabilidades

• Provide strategic financial guidance and operational oversight.
• Oversee monthly financial reporting, balance sheet reviews and reconciliations.
• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes.
• Maintain robust financial controls and risk management.
• Manage cash flow and working capital to support sustainability.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to monitor costs and margins.
• Develop and motivate the finance team and drive continuous improvement.
• Partner with senior leadership to inform strategic decisions.

Conocimientos

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Regulatory compliance

Leadership

Educación

CA/CPA qualification

Accounting/Finance degree

Herramientas

ERP systems

Excel

Descripción del empleo

Austmont Pty Ltd, part of the Dunbrae Group of Companies, is an established Australian business with over 40 years of industry experience in the design, manufacture and installation of custom commercial kitchens, stainless-steel fabrication, refrigeration and catering equipment.

Based in Wetherill Park, with offices across Australia, we deliver end-to-end solutions to customers across the hospitality, healthcare and food service industries. We pride ourselves on quality, technical expertise and exceptional customer service, offering a collaborative environment where you can make a meaningful contribution to our continued success.

We believe great results come from genuine teamwork, strong relationships and a shared commitment to delivering exceptional service. As our Financial Controller, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on business performance, partner with senior leadership and shape financial strategy while leading a team that values collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement.

If you’re looking for a role where you can combine your financial expertise with commercial thinking and make a real difference, here’s what we offer:

Competitive remuneration aligned with your skills, experience and expertise.

Convenient Wetherill Park location with on-site parking.

A collaborative and inclusive culture where teamwork, respect and diverse perspectives are valued.

Employee benefits and recognition programs that celebrate contributions and support our people.

Supportive and experienced leadership that values your expertise and encourages you to contribute ideas and drive improvements.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support the organisation’s ongoing success.

This is an opportunity for a hands-on finance leader to take ownership of financial management, reporting, controls and planning while partnering with the business to drive performance and achieve strategic objectives. Working closely with senior leadership, you will provide financial insights, ensure strong governance and compliance, and lead the finance team to deliver accurate, timely and meaningful financial outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Provide strategic financial guidance and operational oversight to support business performance and informed decision-making.

Oversee monthly financial reporting, balance sheet reviews and reconciliations, and variance analysis.

Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes, providing clear insights into financial performance and future opportunities.

Maintain robust financial controls, manage financial risks and ensure compliance with relevant statutory, tax and regulatory requirements.

Oversee cash flow, working capital and financial resources to support business sustainability.

Partner with project and manufacturing teams to monitor project costs, production performance, budgets and margins, identifying financial risks and opportunities for improvement.

Lead, develop and support the finance team, fostering accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.

Work closely with executives, managers and key stakeholders to provide commercial insights and support business decisions.

Identify opportunities to improve financial systems, reporting processes, controls and operational efficiency.

Coordinate internal and external audits and oversee tax compliance and associated reporting requirements.

About you

You are a commercially astute finance professional who combines strong technical accounting capability with the ability to influence stakeholders and translate financial information into practical business insights.

A degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline.

A recognised Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) qualification is essential.

Proven experience in financial management, financial control or business partnering, with end-to-end responsibility for a business unit or legal entity.

Strong experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and balance sheet management.

Experience in project-based and manufacturing businesses, with an understanding of project costing, production costs, inventory management and gross margin analysis

Demonstrated experience managing financial controls, risk, compliance and audit processes.

Experience leading, developing and motivating a finance team.

Strong analytical, reporting and systems capabilities, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to explain complex financial information clearly.

The ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy, meeting deadlines and delivering quality outcomes.

Apply now to take the next step in your finance leadership career.

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