Financial Controller
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Job Summary
Are you a seasoned finance leader ready to make a meaningful impact At AFCA were seeking a Financial Controller to lead our financial operations and governance functions with precision integrity and strategic foresight.
This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for overseeing AFCAs core accounting operations statutory compliance and financial governance. Youll manage payroll accounts payable and receivable financial accounting and treasury functions ensuring accuracy transparency and continuous improvement across all financial processes.
Youll also play a key role in supporting transformation initiatives embedding best-practice financial management and driving operational excellence. This role will have approximately 8 direct reports.
Key Responsibilities include:
- Lead end-to-end financial operations including payroll AP/AR and cash management
- Deliver accurate month-end and year-end financial reporting
- Provide technical accounting advice and ensure compliance with Australian Accounting Standards
- Manage internal controls finance systems access and audit processes
- Oversee fixed asset management and treasury functions
- Prepare board-level financial reports and variance analysis
- Champion continuous improvement and team capability development
In this role you will collaborate closely with:
- AFCAs Finance Team and Senior Leadership Group
- External auditors financial firms and banking institutions
- Service providers and third-party suppliers
Qualifications :
To be successful in this role you will need:
- CA/CPA qualification with several years experience in senior financial leadership
- Deep expertise in financial accounting internal controls and compliance
- Proficiency in Microsoft D365 FinOps or similar ERP systems
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical acumen
- Exceptional leadership communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement
Additional Information :
Why AFCA
- BOSS Best Places to Work 2024 credited for its culture engagement and flexible working arrangements.
- Most Inclusive Workplace 2024 Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards.
- Employer of Choice Public Sector and NFP Australian HR Awards 2023
- Bronze AWEI Accreditation 2024 Recognised for LGBTQ workplace inclusion.
- Accredited Family Friendly Workplace Supporting work-life balance and inclusivity.
- Hybrid working Flexible arrangements with state-of-the-art offices designed for collaboration and wellbeing.
- Inclusive leave options Flexible public holidays 20 weeks paid parental leave gender affirmation leave womens health leave and paid time off over Christmas.
- Financial benefits Not-for-profit salary packaging to boost take-home pay.
- Locations A team of over 1200 dedicated professionals based in modern Melbourne and Sydney CBD offices.
To apply
If youre passionate about fairness and believe your skills align with this role we encourage you to applyeven if you dont meet every single criterion.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds cultures abilities sexual orientations and gender identities. If you require any accessibility support during the recruitment process please reach out to our team at
AFCA is a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer - we are committed to responding to every applicant.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Key Skills
- Accounting Software
- GAAP
- QuickBooks
- General Ledger Accounting
- Accounting
- IFRS
- Sage
- Regulatory Reporting
- Workers' Compensation Law
- Budgeting
- ERP Systems
- Financial Management
About Company
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