Our client is an ASX-listed manufacturer and distributor that places a strong emphasis on passion, collaboration, and innovation. This is a hands-on role, working closely with senior management and playing a critical role in financial reporting, while serving as a key business partner to the Group Executive. You’ll be joining a close-knit, high-performing team that takes ownership, challenges the status quo, and brings energy and enthusiasm to everything they do.
The finance function, led by an inspiring CFO, is highly visible across the organisation and works in close partnership with commercial, operational, and senior leadership teams. The culture promotes autonomy, critical thinking, and proactive contribution, making it an ideal environment for someone who thrives in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
About the Role
Reporting to the CFO and acting as their 2IC, you will play a key role in overseeing global financial operations, ensuring compliance with local and international regulations, and leading a team of finance professionals across multiple regions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the preparation of financial statements, month-end and year-end close processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls and applicable accounting standards.
- Drive consistency and efficiency across accounting systems and procedures to optimise financial operations and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Manage cash flow and foreign exchange exposures. Optimise working capital cycles, oversee inventory accounting, and deliver initiatives to improve stock turnover and reduce obsolescence.
- Maintain robust product costing methodologies and manage intercompany transfer pricing frameworks to improve pricing accuracy, margin management, and compliance with tax and audit obligations.
- Ensure regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions. Manage audits and oversee tax reporting and compliance requirements globally.
- Lead, mentor, and support the finance team. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and encourage ongoing professional development.
- Provide insightful financial analysis to support business decisions. Evaluate risks and opportunities through detailed financial data and scenario modelling.
- Implement and monitor internal controls to safeguard company assets. Lead the ANZ accounting team while promoting collaboration across global finance teams. Contribute to long-term organisational planning and strategy.
- You hold a bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline.
- You are a qualified CPA or CA.
- You bring a minimum of 10 years’ experience as a Financial Controller.
- You have a deep understanding of financial regulations, accounting principles, and financial reporting standards.
- Experience in the retail, manufacturing, or FMCG sectors is essential.
- You’ve successfully led the consolidation of reporting across multiple business units and managed global audit processes.
- You are a strong communicator with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across teams and regions.
- You’re highly proficient in financial systems or ERP platforms – experience with NetSuite is a strong advantage.
- Previous Big 4 experience, followed by a successful transition into industry, is highly desirable.
- You have proven experience managing financial reporting across multiple jurisdictions and possess strong technical knowledge of AIFRS/IFRS.
- Attractive Salary package + bonus.
- Convenient Western Sydney location with on-site parking.
- 1-2 days of WFH a week.
- Amazing opportunity to gain experience in a Global manufacturing & distribution company.
- Opportunity to make your mark and build something meaningful as the business scales.
