Financial Controller

Matchbox; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Constantinople, Hybrid role in Sydney, is seeking a Financial Controller to manage financial reporting, budgeting and compliance. You will provide strategic insights to drive growth and oversee internal controls while leading a finance team in a dynamic, growth-stage environment.

The ideal candidate has a CA/CPA in Australia with 8+ years of progressive finance leadership experience and exceptional communication skills to convey complex financial information to stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.
• CA/CPA in Australia required or equivalent.
• 8+ years of progressive accounting/finance leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting processes.
• Strengthen internal controls and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide strategic financial insights to guide planning and decision-making.
• Collaborate with senior management to identify efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics

Job description

# Financial ControllerConstantinopleHybrid • SydneyFull-time## Role OverviewConstantinople delivers a new era of AI-native banking. Constantinople provides banks with a fully-managed software and AI operational platform, which brings together customer experience, product, data, operations, compliance and infrastructure in a single platform.Constantinople’s AI-native platform eliminates the need for expensive infrastructure, and replaces manual operational and compliance processes with AI at scale. By removing the operational complexity of banking, Constantinople enables our client banks to focus on their customers and the business of banking.The RoleThe Financial Controller is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance. This role plays a critical part in providing strategic financial insights to guide decision-making and contribute to the organisation's overall financial health and growth.What You’ll DoFinancial Reporting and Analysis* Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.* Provide in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis against budget and forecast, to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.* Present financial reports and findings to senior management and the Board of Directors.Budgeting and Forecasting* Lead the annual budgeting process and develop financial forecasts (monthly, quarterly, rolling forecasts) in collaboration with other departments.* Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, providing detailed explanations for variances.* Develop and implement cash flow management strategies and projections.Internal Controls and Compliance* Establish, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure data integrity, and prevent fraud.* Ensure compliance with all statutory law, financial regulations, and tax requirements (e.g., BAS, FBT, company tax).* Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities, managing the audit process.Strategic Financial Management* Contribute to strategic planning by providing financial insights and recommendations.* Identify business efficiencies, operational improvements, and cost-saving opportunities across the organisation.Who You Are* Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.* Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) in Australia.* 8 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles, with a significant portion in a management or leadership capacity.* Strong background in financial management, auditing, or relevant accounting positions.* Experience in a similar growth-stage business is highly beneficial.* Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to clearly articulate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.## The Team You'll JoinFinance