Financial Controller role in Melbourne
In short
A leading renewable energy innovator seeks a Financial Controller in Melbourne to lead financial operations, reporting and modelling, supporting strategic growth and investment evaluation in a fast‑paced environment.
Highlights
- Lead preparation and audit of financial statements, manage monthly consolidated accounts, payroll and accounts payable/receivable, ensuring compliance with reporting and tax requirements.
- Drive budgeting, forecasting, investment evaluation and fundraising initiatives, developing complex financial models and identifying cost‑saving opportunities across inventory and working capital.
- Coordinate tax compliance, ERP implementation and risk management while liaising with external advisers, and promote health, safety and environmental compliance within a dynamic team.
More about this Financial Controller Role
Financial Controller | Melbourne-Based | Immediate Start
A leading renewable energy innovator is seeking a Financial Controller to lead financial operations and support strategic growth. This full-time permanent role reports to the CFO and offers the opportunity to shape financial reporting, modelling, and investment evaluation in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.
Key Responsibilities:
-Lead preparation and audit of financial statements and annual reports
-Oversee monthly consolidated management accounts and reporting to leadership
-Manage payroll, accounts payable/receivable, BAS returns, and PAYGW
-Drive budgeting and forecasting processes, including complex financial modelling
-Monitor inventory and financial targets, identifying cost-saving opportunities
-Support investment evaluation, due diligence, and strategic fundraising
-Manage banking relationships and optimise working capital
-Lead tax compliance and R&D incentives, and support ERP implementation
-Coordinate with external advisors including legal, audit, and insurance
-Promote risk awareness and ensure compliance with HSE and company policies
Candidate Profile:
-CA/CPA qualified with 7+ years in financial control and corporate reporting
-Strong technical accounting skills and commercial acumen
-Experience in international business environments (China exposure preferred)
-Skilled in Excel modelling, Xero, and ERP systems
-Proven ability to drive efficiency and manage small teams
-Background in engineering/manufacturing within energy is a plus
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone who thrives in a dynamic, purpose-driven environment and wants to contribute to the energy transition.
Job Title
If you feel you would be suitable for this Financial Controller role then please apply below and your specialist consultant Rory Corr will be in touch with you, alternatively, you can reach out the them directly by calling 02 9129 2267
Location
This job is located in Melbourne, VIC
Employment Type
Full-time
Salary information
The available salary for this role is Negotiable depending on experience