Financial Controller

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia SSI SCHÄFER Full time $120,000 - $200,000 per year

About the Group

Become part of our success story

A leading global solution provider for all sectors of intralogistics – that is us: SSI SCHAEFER. What we also are: A family business that invests in the expertise, passion and talents of its employees.

As one of the largest providers, we help our customers increase the efficiency and sustainability of their storage, picking and transport processes using innovative technologies and software. From fully automated warehouses with customized service and maintenance packages to manual and semi-automatic systems, we offer cost-effective intralogistics solutions from a single source. Moreover, we are now a leading provider of software for internal material flow.

SSI SCHAEFER: 8,600 people that work in 80 operating companies and 7 production sites worldwide and impress customers from all sectors with customized intralogistics solutions. If you are also looking for an attractive employer to work with on a long-term basis, then simply get to know us

Our commitment to Work Health and Safety

We have a strong focus on and commitment to health and safety and expect all employees to:

  • Comply with relevant WHS legislation
  • Follow company policies and procedures
  • Proactively report hazards and incidents
  • Contribute to a safe working environment for all, including psychological and psychosocial safety

About the role

We're seeking an experienced and resilient
Financial Controller
to lead our Finance function in
ANZ
, partnering with senior leadership to ensure accurate reporting, compliance, and effective decision-making. Reporting to the Managing Director ANZ and functionally to the Regional Head of Finance APAC & MEA, this role oversees financial management, governance, and operations, while driving process improvements and supporting business growth. You'll provide strategic insights through budgeting, forecasting, and analysis, and lead a small team including a Management Accountant and offshore support.

Responsibilities

  • Lead, coach and support the Finance team, building a high-performing, collaborative culture
  • Oversee all financial reporting, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and compliance with Group requirements
  • Provide insights and commentary on monthly results, forecasts and margins to support decision-making
  • Lead budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis and profitability reviews
  • Oversee treasury, banking and cash-flow forecasting, including hedging and bank guarantees
  • Manage tax compliance (BAS, FBT, income tax returns, CbC reporting) and audit requirements
  • Drive process improvements, cost control and system enhancements (ERP and Concur)
  • Manage insurance, leases, inventory and fleet finance responsibilities

About you

  • Minimum 15 years' accounting experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial role
  • Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA) qualification
  • Proven success leading finance teams in a multinational or matrix organization
  • Strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise
  • Demonstrated experience in intercompany transactions, transfer pricing and CbC reporting
  • Proficiency in foreign currency transactions, hedging and bank guarantees
  • Advanced Excel skills with the ability to analyze and present complex data
  • Ability to thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment with frequent, sometimes out-of-hours demands
  • A hands-on, solutions-focused mindset with strong problem-solving skills
  • Experience in project-focused, professional services or engineering / manufacturing industries and familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics and SAP Concur are real advantages

What we offer

  • MNC exposure
  • Reputable, stable employer in the intralogistics industry
  • Exposure to complex, large-scale projects across diverse industries
  • Opportunities to influence strategic decision-making and drive continuous improvement
  • A collaborative and supportive local leadership team

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