Financial Controller

  • Australia
  • Sydney
  • Permanent
  • AU$150000 - AU$180000 per annum + + 20% Bonus

Talent International has been engaged by our long-standing client, a globally recognised entertainment organisation, to appoint a Financial Controller to its Sydney leadership team.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a significant finance function, lead local and offshore teams, and help prepare the Australian business for increased global listing requirements.

Role Title: Financial Controller

Opportunity: Permanent Career Opportunity

Location + WFH Flexibility: Sydney CBD, four days in the office half day Friday

Salary: $180,000 base + super + 20% performance bonus

The Opportunity:

  • Lead financial control for the Australian business, including reporting, tax, audit and statutory compliance.
  • Manage and develop a local finance team while improving the performance of an offshore finance function.
  • Strengthen controls and reporting as the Australian business prepares for increased global listing requirements.
  • Partner with senior leaders and international finance teams across a complex global organisation.
  • Bring financial discipline to a creative, relationship-driven business where judgement and commercial understanding are highly valued.

What You’ll Bring:

  • CA or CPA qualification.
  • Financial Controller or senior finance leadership experience within a listed organisation.
  • Strong technical accounting, Australian tax, audit and statutory reporting expertise.
  • Proven experience leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders.
  • The ability to operate autonomously, solve problems and communicate the story behind financial results.
  • Big Four or Top Six audit experience will be highly regarded.
  • SAP or similar ERP experience.

Why Join?

  • Join a globally recognised organisation operating at the heart of the entertainment industry.
  • Play an influential role in strengthening Australia’s finance function and global listing readiness.
  • Lead a sizeable blended onshore and offshore team.
  • Work with experienced senior leaders in a creative, fast-moving and people-focused environment.
  • Receive an attractive package of $180,000 base + super + 20% performance bonus.

To Apply:

If you are looking for a senior finance leadership role that combines technical complexity, global exposure and a genuinely unique industry, please click ‘Apply Now’ and submit your resume.

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