Financial Controller

4 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia GWG Recruitment Full time

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dedicated Financial Controller to join our team on an initial 3 – 6-month contract engagement. You will be responsible for overseeing financial and management accounting functions, including reconciliations, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, and analysis.

  • Drive strategic direction and optimise systems to make an impact
  • Coach, mentor and develop finance professionals
  • Support the Executive Leadership Team in this for-purpose community organisation

You will also mentor and share knowledge with a small team and ensure that key financial and operational objectives are met.

Supporting the Operational Leadership Team, you will play a vital role in driving business decisions and maintaining financial compliance across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee end-of-month processes, including reconciliations, profit and loss statements, variance reporting, balance sheets, and cash flow analysis
  • Manage and supervise all financial accounting functions, including General Ledger, Debtors, Creditors, Payroll, and BAS
  • Ensure compliance with payroll, superannuation, accounting & internal financial controls/policies
  • Monitor cash flow, prepare cash flow reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis
  • Liaise with and assist with external audit activities as required
  • Assist in the preparation of reports for key stakeholders within the business
  • Lead, mentor, and coach members of the finance team
  • Prepare, deliver, and assist with presentations, including staff inductions and roadshows
  • Commit to continuous improvement around processes, procedures and finance functions

About You

  • A natural leader with demonstrable ability to coach, mentor and grow finance professionals
  • Excellent communication skills, able to explain complex financial concepts to diverse audiences
  • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • High integrity, professionalism, and adaptability
  • Resilient under pressure and able to manage multiple priorities
  • Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and ethical standards

Essential Skills & Qualifications

  • Tertiary Qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum 5 years' relevant experience in Financial Accounting/Management roles
  • Ability to obtain a Working with Children Check and National Police Check
  • Willingness to complete Child Protection Training

Highly Regarded

  • Qualified CA or working towards it
  • Intermediate to advanced skills in MS Office, particularly Excel
  • Experience with Sage, SAP, Advanced MYOB, Netsuite, and payroll systems is advantageous but not essential

What We Offer

  • A supportive and dynamic work environment with opportunities for personal and professional development.
  • A chance to make a real impact in a growing organisation.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a skilled Financial Controller to make a meaningful contribution while advancing their career in a supportive and values-driven organisation.

If this sounds like the opportunity you've been waiting for, please click apply or contact Alan Kinder of GWG Recruitment on 02 4905 0130 or alan.kinder@gwg.com.au

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