Financial Controller

• $600-800/day inclusive of superannuation (depending on experience)
• 18-month contract
• Work-from-home available

The Organisation

We are currently seeking an experienced and experience Finance Manager/Financial Controller for our client, a global leader in the Technology sector. Located in North Sydney, you will have the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic organisation with a culture that fosters creativity, collaboration, and innovation. 

The Opportunity

The Finance Manager/Financial Controller ensures financial accuracy, tax compliance, and statutory reporting while managing audits, risks, and cash flow. This hands-on role requires strong accounting expertise and stakeholder collaboration.

Your duties will include but are not limited to:

• Own legal entity P&L, balance sheet integrity, and compliance with US GAAP, local GAAP, and statutory requirements.
• Oversee accounting functions, ensuring timely monthly, half-yearly, and annual close processes.
• Review accounting policy changes, assessing statutory and tax implications before implementation.
• Identify opportunities to automate statutory and tax processes, reducing manual workload.
• Manage statutory and tax risks, escalating as per company policy.
• Ensure accurate and timely tax filings, including withholding tax, payroll tax, and fringe benefits tax.
• Oversee external audits, liaising with tax authorities and government agencies.
• Manage cash flow, forecasting, and financial reporting obligations.
• Maintain and optimize relationships with external advisors and shared service providers.

Requirements    

• 7–10 years of relevant experience in finance, accounting, or tax compliance.
• Degree in finance, business, or accounting.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, US GAAP, and tax regulations.
• Excellent technical accounting skills and attention to detail.
• Strong computer literacy and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Wishlist (Ideal but Not Mandatory)

• Experience in large, multinational, or listed corporations.
• Big Four audit background.
• Exposure to tech industry clients.
• Experience managing small teams (2–3 people).
• Ability to communicate effectively with C-suite executives.

Benefits

• Work-from-home available.
• Supportive Onboarding with first few weeks focused on learning daily tasks and accessing necessary resources. The onboarding process includes a detailed handbook, daily calls, meeting inclusions, and support from the counterpart in NZ.
• Work for a global tech giant at the forefront of innovation and change.

For more information you can email Travis Jenkins from our Sydney office at travis.jenkins@teksystems.com quoting Job Reference 543813, or alternatively apply here to register your interest.