Financial Controller

About the role

The Financial Controller will report directly to the Managing Director and lead the day‑to‑day commercial finance operations of a fast‑growing industrial manufacturer. This hands‑on role works across project and operational teams to embed commercial discipline and support the business as it scales.

Key responsibilities

• Own the end‑to‑end finance function, including management reporting, project‑level P&L tracking and job‑lot accounting.
• Provide visibility on work‑in‑progress, bill of materials, input cost management and job‑level gross profit.
• Partner with construction and project managers to drive commercial accountability at the job level.
• Implement and optimise systems and processes that support a scaling business.
• Manage supplier and subcontractor commercial relationships, negotiating outcomes for materials, labour and services.
• Oversee cash flow and working capital performance, supporting growth through cash flow management and strategic debt.

Required profile

• Experience in project‑based businesses with work‑in‑progress management, tendering and contractor relationships, preferably in construction or industrial manufacturing.
• Proven ability to operate as a standalone senior finance leader in a hands‑on environment.
• Track record of implementing and optimising finance systems in a growing organisation.
• CA or CPA qualified with strong technical accounting skills.
• Cultural fit with a founder‑led, trust‑based business – hungry, humble and smart.
• Based in Melbourne and able to work on‑site regularly.

Required skills

• Strong technical accounting knowledge.