Financial Controller

24 hours ago

Hawthorn, Victoria, Australia Tusk Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Financial Controller – Full-Time, Onsite

Location: Inner East Melbourne | Team: 6 | Immediate Start

A highly successful and well-established property and construction group is seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead their finance team. This is a full-time, onsite role (no work from home) overseeing all accounting, tax, compliance, and financial reporting for a diverse portfolio of entities.

About the Role

Reporting to the CFO, you will lead a team of 6, driving accuracy, efficiency, and compliance across all finance functions. You will be hands-on, stepping in where needed, and ensuring all reporting, project accounting, and compliance obligations are met.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage accounts team of 6, providing guidance, mentorship, and direction
  • End-of-month processes, reconciliations, and review of Balance Sheet & P&L for multiple entities
  • Prepare group consolidated management reports, project costing reports, and intercompany reporting
  • Manage taxation compliance, BAS, IAS, FBT, and Division 7A
  • Coordinate year-end financials, audits, and liaison with external tax advisors
  • Maintain accurate registers: assets, bank guarantees, GST withholding, hire purchase, insurance, legal documents
  • Supervise banking, payments, invoicing, and debtor/creditor management
  • Hands-on support with project accounting, including job/project costing, CSV reporting, and analysis
  • Support system improvements and efficiency initiatives, including Attaché software and Estate Master
  • Step in to cover team responsibilities as needed

About You

  • 10–15 years' accounting experience across project accounting, management accounting, and financial accounting, with some experience as a Financial Controller or ready to step up into this role
  • Big 4 or similar experience
  • Property, construction, or development experience highly desirable
  • Bachelor's Degree in Accounting or similar with CPA/CA qualification or currently working towards
  • Advanced Excel skills, reporting, spreadsheets, CSV file management
  • Attaché software experience highly desirable
  • Strong knowledge of family trusts, family office structures, and compliance requirements
  • Hands-on, proactive, and able to lead and support the team
  • Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
  • Collaborative team player with attention to detail and problem-solving mindset
  • Adaptable to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment

Culture & Benefits

  • Friendly, supportive, and collaborative team environment
  • Daily morning coffee and fully stocked kitchen; occasional team lunches
  • Brand-new office in Hawthorn, with onsite parking and excellent public transport access
  • Immediate start, full-time onsite role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior financial accountant or finance manager ready to step up into a Financial Controller position in a highly professional and supportive environment.

How to Apply

If you are an experienced, hands-on financial professional looking for your next challenge, apply now to join a highly respected property and construction group.

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