Global Finance Controller - Multi-Currency Fintech

Freelancer.com; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Freelancer.com, a global technology company and ASX-listed entity, leads a multi-currency fintech and marketplace group with Escrow.com and Loadshift. The Financial Controller role reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

You will lead a high-performing finance team, drive statutory compliance, internal controls, and automation while ensuring accurate global financial reporting for the group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance.
• CA or CPA qualification is mandatory.
• 8+ years of progressive experience, ideally beginning in a Big 4 firm with senior reporting or controllership roles.
• Deep knowledge of IFRS/AASB standards and international accounting treatments.
• Experience with high-volume transactional businesses, escrow accounting, or multi-currency platforms is highly regarded.
• Experience with ERP systems, implementations or financial automation tools is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Lead global financial reporting, month-end, half-year, and year-end closing processes with consolidation across multiple subsidiaries.
• Prepare high-quality statutory financial statements under IFRS/AASB and ensure timely regulatory filings.
• Own the global audit process and manage external auditors within a robust internal control environment.
• Manage global tax compliance including GST/VAT, corporate income tax, and R&D incentives across jurisdictions.
• Drive automation of financial systems and workflows to improve efficiency.
• Oversee cash flow, intercompany settlements, and FX risk in a high-volume environment.

Skills

Global financial reporting

IFRS/AASB knowledge

Multi-currency accounting

Team leadership

Financial automation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Financial automation tools

Job description

Freelancer.com, a global technology company and ASX-listed entity, leads a multi-currency fintech and marketplace group with Escrow.com and Loadshift. The Financial Controller role reports to the Chief Financial Officer.

You will lead a high-performing finance team, drive statutory compliance, internal controls, and automation while ensuring accurate global financial reporting for the group.