Senior Financial Controller, Tech-Led FS – Scale & Controls

Morgan McKinley

Sydney

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 280,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Morgan McKinley is partnering with a high-growth Australian financial services business to appoint a Financial Controller. Reporting to the CFO, you will own financial control, reporting and governance across the group, building structure and scalable processes to support rapid growth.

You will lead a finance team, drive month-end close, external audit, tax compliance and regulatory reporting (APRA/ASIC), and partner with the CEO and leadership team to deliver robust financial insights in a

Qualifications

CA/CPA qualification or equivalent required.
Significant experience in financial control or senior finance leadership roles.
Experience in financial services, banking, fintech or other highly regulated environments.
Experience supporting listed businesses or IPO/listing preparation.
Strong financial reporting, statutory accounting and external audit experience.
Working knowledge of Australian regulatory reporting requirements (APRA/ASIC).
Experience guiding finance through growth and increasing complexity.
Leadership of finance teams, including offshore or outsourced resources.
Strategic focus on automation and technology to improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

Own the month-end close, financial reporting and consolidation processes with timely, accurate results.
Oversee management and board reporting, highlighting variances, risks and performance.
Lead annual external audit and statutory reporting, acting as finance contact for auditors.
Own tax compliance and reporting across the group (direct and indirect tax).
Manage APRA and ASIC regulatory reporting, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
Strengthen financial controls, processes, and audit trails; ensure robust governance frameworks.
Develop and lead the finance team, including offshore resources.
Oversee payroll, accounts payable and core finance operations with a view to automation.