Financial Controller – Senior Leadership Role | Complex, Multi-Entity Environment Sydney CBDFlexible working arrangements but mostly on-siteThis is a high‐impact opportunity for a confident and commercially astute Financial Controller to step into a pivotal leadership role within a large, complex organisation operating across multiple jurisdictions. You will act as the trusted financial advisor to senior executives, bringing both technical excellence and the ability to influence at the highest levels. This role goes beyond traditional financial control — it requires a leader who can navigate complexity, drive accountability, and build strong executive relationships across a diverse stakeholder group.The Opportunity Reporting to senior finance leadership (Director of Finance and Group CFO), you will take ownership of the organisation's financial control function, ensuring the integrity of financial operations, statutory reporting, compliance, and governance. You will lead multiple specialist teams and play a critical role in shaping financial strategy, strengthening controls, and supporting executive decision‐making.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the end‐to‐end financial control function, including statutory reporting, audit, taxation, and general ledger integrityAct as a key advisor to the executive and senior leadership team, providing clear, confident guidance on complex financial mattersOwn and manage critical external relationships, including auditors and regulatory bodiesEnsure delivery of accurate, timely, and compliant financial reporting across multiple entities and jurisdictionsDrive strong financial governance, risk management, and internal controlsPartner closely with senior stakeholders across the business to support strategic decision‐making and performance outcomesOversee specialist functions including revenue recognition, grants/program funding, and taxationLead, mentor, and develop a high‐performing finance team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvementContribute to finance strategy, policy development, and executive‐level reporting forumsWhat You BringProven experience as a Financial Controller or senior finance leader within a large, complex environmentWe would welcome applicants from Banking, Commercial, Financial Services and GovernmentExceptional executive presence, with the ability to confidently engage, influence, and challenge senior stakeholdersDeep technical expertise in financial reporting, accounting standards, and taxationStrong track record managing external audits and regulatory relationshipsDemonstrated ability to lead large, technically skilled teams and drive performanceHighly developed commercial acumen and problem‐solving capabilityExperience operating in environments with complex funding, compliance, or multi‐entity structures is highly regardedWhy This Role Stands OutTrue enterprise‐level impact with visibility across senior leadershipOpportunity to shape and strengthen financial governance in a complex environmentA role that combines technical depth with strategic influenceSignificant scope to lead, mentor, and elevate a large finance function#J-18808-Ljbffr