Leading Financial Operations Specialist

Job Description:

The Group Financial Controller will oversee the financial operations and compliance of the organization, reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO). This role involves managing a high-performing finance team and partnering with the CFO and business units to enhance commercial insight, operational efficiency, and fiscal discipline.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and consolidate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports in line with statutory and management requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all statutory reporting obligations, including tax lodgments, ASIC reporting, and external audits.
• Maintain and continuously improve internal controls and governance frameworks to ensure financial data integrity and risk management.
• Partner with external advisors to ensure compliance and optimise financial outcomes.
• Align financial objectives with business strategy and growth plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CFO and broader executive leadership team.

Budgeting, Forecasting & Analysis:

• Develop annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and long-term financial plans.
• Provide clear financial interpretation and advice to senior stakeholders to support data-driven decision making.
• Partner with business leaders to identify performance drivers and implement initiatives that improve financial outcomes.
• Deliver forward-looking insights through forecasting, scenario modelling, and variance analysis to guide strategic planning.
• Identify trends, opportunities, and risks, and deliver actionable recommendations to the CFO and executive team.

Cash Flow, Treasury & Capital Management:

• Monitor group cash flow, working capital, and liquidity to ensure business continuity and financial stability.
• Manage banking relationships and oversee funding, debt facilities, and treasury operations.
• Support capital investment appraisals and business cases for strategic initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to promote a collaborative and integrated working environment.
• Foster a high-performance culture focused on accountability, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
• Promote cross-functional collaboration between finance and other departments to strengthen financial acumen across the business.

Systems, Process Improvement & Projects:

• Drive automation and efficiency in financial processes, reporting systems, and controls.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in financial reporting, including automation and system enhancements.
• Lead or support system upgrades, ERP implementations, and integration of new acquisitions or business units.
• Provide financial leadership and project governance on transformation initiatives and M&A activity.

About You:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related field.
• Be a Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) or equivalent professional certification.
• Have extensive experience in a financial management role with a proven track-record in a financial leadership position.
• Be passionate about continuous improvement and focused on streamlining reporting processes for greater efficiency and clarity.
• Be confident working with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into intuitive, data-driven solutions.
• Have expertise in financial planning, capital budgeting, and complex financial analysis.
• Be knowledgeable of industry-specific laws, regulatory requirements, and financial reporting standards.
• Be able to align financial strategy with business objectives to drive growth.
• Have strong capability in strategic thinking and problem-solving, with a track record of driving organisational change and achieving results.
• Be an excellent communicator and have interpersonal skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Have a commercial mindset with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into strategic insight.
• Have advanced Excel skills and experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.

Seniority Level: Director

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Function: Accounting/Auditing and Finance, Telecommunications