Senior Financial Controller — Global Exposure, Local Impact

Align Talent; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global industrial company in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Financial Controller. This role involves overseeing all finance functions, managing local operations while reporting to an overseas parent. Responsibilities include month-end close, statutory reporting, and team management. The company offers immediate impact, global visibility, and a pathway to permanent employment. Candidates must have a background in manufacturing or industrial finance, strong technical skills, and experience in operational environments.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior finance role within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong ability to work with non-finance leaders across various departments.
• Must have experience reporting to an international parent company.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closes for the Australian business.
• Reviewing and finalising statutory accounts and compliance documentation.
• Leading and developing a local finance team.

Skills

Senior finance leadership

Statutory reporting

Consolidations

Internal controls

Compliance

Budgeting

Forecasting

Commercial analysis

Leading finance teams

Job description

A global industrial company in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Financial Controller. This role involves overseeing all finance functions, managing local operations while reporting to an overseas parent. Responsibilities include month-end close, statutory reporting, and team management. The company offers immediate impact, global visibility, and a pathway to permanent employment. Candidates must have a background in manufacturing or industrial finance, strong technical skills, and experience in operational environments.