Strategic Finance Controller – 12-Month Contract

Atomi Ltd; Canberra; Remote; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tailored flexibility

Generous leave

Location independence

Growth and development

Holistic wellbeing

Parental support

Work with the best

Regular social events

Atomi access

Job summary

At Atomi, the Financial Controller will lead a Finance function with a strong foundation, driving budgeting, forecasting, and investor reporting. The role balances financial rigour with commercial insight and an AI-forward mindset to improve reporting speed and usefulness.

Reporting to the Co-CEOs, you will coach two direct reports, oversee month-end close, treasury and compliance, while partnering across the business to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification with deep experience in financial control and operations.
• Proven track record leading budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Experience in SaaS, tech or high-growth businesses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Own the annual budgeting framework and forecasting processes.
• Oversee month-end/quarterly/yearly close, AP/AR and cash management.
• Manage transactional finance, treasury and contract reviews.
• Develop financial policies and controls; champion AI-driven reporting.
• Coach two direct reports and drive team development.
• Partner with stakeholders to drive cost control and efficiency.

Skills

Financial control

Forecasting

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

AI/automation mindset

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

At Atomi, the Financial Controller will lead a Finance function with a strong foundation, driving budgeting, forecasting, and investor reporting. The role balances financial rigour with commercial insight and an AI-forward mindset to improve reporting speed and usefulness.

Reporting to the Co-CEOs, you will coach two direct reports, oversee month-end close, treasury and compliance, while partnering across the business to improve efficiency.