APAC Financial Controller (Pathway to FD)
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Base pay range
A$200,000.00/yr - A$250,000.00/yr
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Overview
* Salary : $200,000 – $220,000 + Superannuation + Bonus
* Luxury Hotel-Focused Real Estate Investor : Work with a premier asset manager specialising in high-value hotel and hospitality investments
* Global Exposure : Collaborate with international stakeholders, with opportunities for interstate and overseas travel
* Strategic Influence : Oversee corporate reporting, tax leadership, and financial modelling in a high-profile, high-value investment environment
* Dynamic Growth Setting : Apply your commercial acumen and resilience in a high-growth, evolving investment environment
* Career Pathway : This role has a clearly defined pathway to become APAC Finance Director in 12–18 months
The Opportunity
Join a leading real estate asset manager that specialises in hotel investments and operates a high-value portfolio across multiple jurisdictions. As a key financial leader, you will play an integral role in shaping financial strategy and ensuring the continued success of a fast-paced, evolving organisation.
This opportunity is tailor-made for an experienced finance professional with a deep background in hotel investment, property investment, and hotel operations — experience that will set you up for success. A Big 4 foundation will be highly regarded.
Role Profile
This is more than just a finance role — it's about driving financial excellence and delivering strategic outcomes. Leading a focused finance team, you will foster a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
* Corporate Reporting : Lead month-end close, management reporting, and cash flow forecasting
* Taxation Leadership : Manage tax compliance and planning, working with advisors to optimise outcomes and align financial strategies
* Strategic Oversight : Oversee treasury, risk management, and budgeting, ensuring robust financial controls
* Asset Management Support : Partner with Asset Managers to review performance, cash flows, and balance sheets for property assets, and support acquisitions/disposals through due diligence and financial modelling
* Financial Modelling : Build and refine models to support development proposals, feasibility analyses, and valuations, providing actionable insights
* Leadership : Lead and mentor a high-performing finance team, fostering professional growth and continuous improvement
Enjoy the opportunity for interstate and international travel, engaging directly with senior stakeholders across borders.
Successful Candidate Profile
To excel in this role, you will bring:
* Hotel & Property Investment Expertise : Proven experience in hotel investment, property investment, and hotel operations is essential. While transferable skill sets are valued, candidates without this sector depth will not meet the client's requirements.
* Big 4 Foundations : Ideally started in a Big 4 environment before progressing into group reporting within REITs, asset management, or property investment firms
* Executive Presence : Proven ability to influence senior leadership and command executive respect
* Commercial Acumen : A strategic mindset to navigate complex financial landscapes and influence business decisions
* Resilience & Adaptability : Ability to perform under pressure in a high-growth, fast-paced environment
* Relationship-Driven Approach : The ability to build, maintain, and leverage professional relationships
* Professional Qualifications : CA/CPA qualification and a bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field
Why Apply?
* Succession to APAC Finance Director : Step into a clearly defined succession pathway, with promotion expected within 12–18 months.
* Blend of Real Estate Investment & Hospitality : For finance leaders from property funds, REITs, or asset management, this is a rare opportunity to pivot into a sector where investment performance and operational outcomes intersect.
* Global Connectivity : With assets and stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, you'll gain genuine international exposure. Expect to travel interstate and overseas while working with senior decision-makers across APAC.
* Strategic Seat at the Table : Beyond reporting, you'll shape tax strategies, investment modelling, and asset performance, with direct visibility to executives and investors.
* High-Value Environment : The portfolio is substantial, complex, and fast-moving — ideal for someone who thrives on being stretched technically and strategically.
* Career-Accelerating Role : This is the kind of appointment that elevates you from strong operator to recognised regional finance leader.
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion, contact Liam Hassell at .
Overseas Applications: Recruitment Labs can only consider candidates with full Australian working rights. Sponsorship is not available for this position. Please only apply if you already hold current and valid Australian working rights.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Accounting/Auditing and Finance
Industries
Hotels and Motels, Real Estate, and Hospitality
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