Financial Controller

• Senior group reporting role with Board and investor exposure

About Our Client

One of Australia's largest and most recognised retail organisations, operating at significant scale within a complex and highly visible corporate environment. Its group finance function plays a central role in delivering clear, accurate and timely information to senior executives, the Board and the investment community.

Job Description

• Oversee group financial reporting, associate financial analysis, and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes.
• Prepare high-quality Board papers, reporting packs and executive-level commentary.
• Support the investor relations function with accurate financial information, analysis and insights.
• Lead and mentor the accounting team to achieve departmental goals.
• Develop and implement financial controls and processes to mitigate risks.
• Partner with senior finance leaders and stakeholders across the broader organisation.
• Monitor cash flow and manage company assets effectively.
• Manage multiple reporting priorities and deadlines within a fast-paced listed environment.

The Successful Applicant

• A degree in accounting, finance, or a related field and a CA, CPA, or equivalent qualification.
• An experienced senior finance professional with a strong background in group reporting, external reporting or a similarly complex finance environment.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and the ability to interpret complex financial information.
• Proven experience preparing Board papers, executive reporting packs and senior-level financial commentary.
• Proven experience in financial management within the retail industry.
• Demonstrated people leadership experience, including managing and developing a team of direct reports.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience supporting investor relations or working within an ASX-listed environment preferable.
• Comfortable working at pace while juggling multiple high-profile priorities and deadlines.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary + super.
• Hybrid working in inner suburbs Melbourne.
• Fixed-term contract with a reputable organisation in the retail industry.
• A senior mandate with broad organisational visibility.
• Exposure to group reporting, investor relations and Board-level deliverables.
• Opportunity to lead a high-performing team within a large and complex finance function.
• Immediate opportunity to make an impact during a critical reporting period.