Financial Controller

Musterfire International; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

MusterFire International invites a commercially focused Financial Controller to join our leadership team in Sydney, NSW. Reporting to the CFO, you’ll manage financial reporting, forecasting, treasury, taxation compliance, and inventories, delivering accurate monthly cash flow and a three-way forecast to support growth.

This hands-on role requires strong technical accounting, ERP experience with NetSuite, advanced Excel and the ability to drive process improvements across finance and IT teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance or commerce with professional qualifications (CPA/CA)
• 5+ years in financial leadership roles such as Financial Controller or Senior Accountant
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation, accrual accounting and internal controls
• Experience with month-end/year-end reporting, audits and liaising with external stakeholders
• Three-way forecasting, cash flow, budgeting, modelling and working capital management
• Inventory accounting, stock control and reconciliations
• ERP systems experience, ideally NetSuite; Power BI is a plus

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting processes with accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare monthly management accounts, financial analysis, Board reports and performance commentary
• Maintain an integrated three-way forecast (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity and working capital
• Oversee balance sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals and provisions
• Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, banks and advisers
• Strengthen financial systems, governance and internal controls
• Lead and develop finance and IT teams

Skills

Forecasting

Three-way forecasting

Cash flow management

Financial modelling

Management reporting

Commercial acumen

Leadership

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor’s degree + CPA/CA

Tools

NetSuite OneWorld

Power BI

Excel

Job description

Muster is the flagship fire‑suppression brand of MusterFire International (MFI), dedicated to protecting people, equipment and operations worldwide. Built on innovation, Muster systems combine automatic detection, rapid actuation and proven reliability. With 24/7 system integrity monitoring and products tested and certified to recognised Australian and international standards, MFI supports customers across Australia and New Zealand, Africa and Asia.

About the role

As the business continues to expand, we are seeking an experienced and commercially focused Financial Controller to join our leadership team.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you will play a critical role in managing the Group's financial reporting, forecasting, treasury, taxation compliance, inventory controls and finance operations. You will work closely with senior management, providing financial insights and contribute directly to strategic business decisions.

A key focus of the role will be delivering accurate monthly cash flow reporting and maintaining an integrated 3‑way forecasting model covering Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow to support business planning and growth.

This is a hands‑on leadership role ideally suited to a finance professional who combines strong technical accounting skills with commercial acumen and a proactive approach to continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

Lead month-end and year-end financial reporting processes, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.

Prepare monthly management accounts, financial analysis, Board reports and performance commentary.

Prepare and maintain an integrated rolling three-way forecast covering Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and Cash Flow.

Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity, working capital and daily cash positions.

Review Balance Sheet reconciliations, journals, accruals, provisions and supporting schedules.

Support annual budgeting, strategic planning, scenario analysis and financial modelling.

Manage taxation compliance including GST, FBT and annual tax requirements

Coordinate external audits and liaise with auditors, banks and advisers.

Oversee inventory accounting, stocktake programmes, work in progress, Goods in Transit and inventory reconciliations.

Partner with Operations and Logistics to improve inventory accuracy, turnover and working capital performance.

Review commercial contracts, leases and supplier agreements and provide financial input to management.

Strengthen financial systems, governance processes and internal controls.

Provide guidance and escalation support across Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable activities.

Lead, mentor and support direct reports across finance and IT functions.

Contribute to process improvement, integration and strategic business projects.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will have:

A bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related discipline, plus CPA, CA or equivalent professional qualifications.

At least five years’ experience in a Financial Controller, Senior Accountant or similar finance leadership role.

Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards, taxation, accrual accounting and financial controls.

Experience managing month-end and year-end reporting, audits and external financial stakeholders.

Proven experience with three-way forecasting, cash flow, budgeting, financial modelling and working capital management.

Experience in inventory accounting, stock control and reconciliations.

Advanced Excel skills and experience using an integrated ERP system, ideally NetSuite.

Strong commercial judgement, communication and analytical skills.

The ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines and lead and develop finance team members.

Experience in the following areas will be highly regarded:

Manufacturing, distribution, logistics or another inventory‑intensive environment

Multi‑entity, international or multi‑currency operations.

NetSuite OneWorld and Power BI

Treasury management, Board reporting and financial system improvements.

What you will bring

You will be a commercially minded and solutions‑focused finance professional with high integrity and strong attention to detail. You will work confidently across both operational and strategic priorities, collaborate effectively with stakeholders and support a culture of continuous improvement aligned with MFI Group’s values.