Senior ANZ Finance Controller - Close & Compliance

BBC Studios Australia Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

18 weeks parental leave

Volunteer leave & wellness programs

Career development & learning

Job summary

The role demands strong IFRS knowledge, extensive Excel skills, and experience with SAP ERP; you will mentor staff and oversee outsourced providers to enhance financial controls across multiple entities.

Qualifications

• Advanced Excel proficiency with large data sets and Pivot/Power tools.
• Strong IFRS knowledge and ability to apply to cross‑border reporting.
• Experience preparing monthly management accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead ANZ financial close and reporting; coordinate with Finance Manager, ANZ and APAC teams.
• Own balance sheet reconciliations and substantiation, resolve items promptly.
• Manage outsourced R2R provider team and drive process improvements.
• Coordinate ANZ payroll processing and tax compliance with HR and external providers.
• Support tax, BAS, and audit activities across ANZ; liaise with external auditors.

Skills

Advanced Excel

IFRS knowledge

Financial reporting

Accounts payable/receivable

Analytical skills

Stakeholder comms

Education

Degree in Finance/Accounting

Tools

SAP ERP

Job description

The role demands strong IFRS knowledge, extensive Excel skills, and experience with SAP ERP; you will mentor staff and oversee outsourced providers to enhance financial controls across multiple entities.