Group Financial Controller

DCOH

Adelaide

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Great Place to Work Certified

Darwin lifestyle

Job summary

DCOH is seeking a Darwin-based Chief Finance Officer-style leader to oversee financial reporting, governance, taxation, risk, and financial operations across the group. You will report to the CFO and lead a finance team to drive performance and strengthen controls.

We require a CA/CPA with a postgraduate finance qualification and 10+ years’ experience, including leadership in construction or development sectors. The role offers relocation support and a strong work‑life balance in Darwin.

Qualifications

CA/CPA qualification and postgraduate qualification in Finance or Accounting are required.
At least 10 years’ experience in accounting and finance with senior leadership responsibilities.
Strong knowledge of AASB, IFRS, taxation and statutory reporting requirements.

Responsibilities

Lead group month-end and year-end close processes with timely consolidated reporting.
Oversee statutory compliance, taxation obligations, audits and regulatory reporting.
Manage accounts payable/receivable, payroll, treasury, revenue recognition and cost accounting.
Strengthen financial controls, governance frameworks, and accounting policies across the Group.
Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and integrity of financial reporting.
Provide analysis and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making.
Lead and develop a high‑performing central finance team.
Drive continuous improvement of finance systems, processes and controls.
Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for the Group.
Collaborate with business unit finance leads for consistent practices.
Build relationships with auditors, banks and internal stakeholders.
Represent DCOH with professionalism and adherence to the Code of Conduct.

Skills

CA/CPA

Strategic financial analysis

Stakeholder management

Finance team leadership

Governance & audits

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Postgraduate qualification in Finance/Accounting

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Established in 1987, DCOH is an experienced construction and development company operating across residential, commercial, hospitality and real estate sectors.

We have a strong track record delivering complex projects, including award winning work such as the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, recognised with a 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence.

With operations in both the Northern Territory and Victoria, we deliver high quality projects with a clear focus on buildability, programme certainty and strong on-site execution.

Driven by a commitment toBuilding Better, DCOH combines experience, innovation and disciplined execution creating lasting value for our clients, partners and the communities we serve.

About the opportunity

This Darwin-based role will provide financial leadership across the DCOH Group, overseeing financial reporting, governance, financial operations, compliance, and risk management. Reporting directly to the CFO and leading a finance team, you will support the CFO and business leaders to drive financial performance, strengthen controls, and support informed strategic decision‑making.

WHO YOU ARE

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

CA or CPA qualification (or equivalent postgraduate qualification) with a tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline

Minimum 10 years’ experience across accounting and finance functions, including senior leadership responsibilities

Strong technical accounting knowledge, including AASB, IFRS, taxation, and statutory reporting requirements

Proven experience managing audits, governance frameworks, and financial control environments

Demonstrated experience overseeing banking, cashflow management, and financial risk activities

Strong commercial acumen with the ability to analyse financial performance and identify opportunities for improvement

Experience leading and developing high‑performing finance teams

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels of the business

Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and process improvement capabilities

Experience within construction, property development, hospitality, or project‑based environments highly regarded

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Managing the group month‑end and year‑end close processes, delivering timely consolidated reporting packs, and statutory financial statements.

Oversee statutory compliance, taxation obligations, audit processes, and regulatory reporting requirements

Manage accounting operations across accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, treasury, revenue recognition, and cost accounting functions

Maintain and strengthen financial controls, governance frameworks, accounting policies, and procedures across the Group

Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and ensure the integrity of financial records and reporting

Provide financial analysis, insights, and recommendations to support strategic decision‑making and business performance

Leading, mentoring, and developing the central finance team, building a high‑performance culture focused on execution and accountability.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems, reporting processes, controls, and operational efficiencies

Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across the Group

Work closely with business unit finance leads to ensure consistency in financial practices, reporting standards, and governance

Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banking institutions, advisers, and internal stakeholders

Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, professionalism, and high performance while representing DCOH in accordance with the Code of Conduct