Group Financial Controller/Accountant - B.P. Wharton
B.P. Wharton is a family office with a proven legacy in property development and property financial investments. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and building trusted partnerships that honour our intergenerational heritage while driving sustainable growth.
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Overview
The role is a key senior leadership position responsible for overseeing the Group’s finance and accounting function, providing strategic financial management, governance, and efficiency across the Group.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the finance and accounting department to deliver accurate and timely financial compliance, governance and reporting, analysis, and insights.
- Develop and oversee Group and Project financial strategies, budgets, and forecasts to support the Group’s long-term goals.
- Ensure robust Group and Project cash flow management, capital allocation, and working capital optimisation.
- Participate in Project Feasibility and Cashflows, modelling the cost and structure of debt and equity and reporting monthly to budget on a cost to complete Project by Project.
- Manage monthly Project drawdowns from Project funders and reporting monthly to Project funders.
- Report to the Board to provide financial advice for strategic decision-making, investments, and acquisitions.
- Implement strong internal controls, risk management practices, and compliance with all relevant financial regulations and tax laws.
- Drive continuous improvement in financial, accounting and reporting systems, processes, and tools.
- Manage relationships and reporting with auditors, taxation agents, financial institutions, and key stakeholders.
- Support business growth initiatives by evaluating contracts, tenders, and projects for financial feasibility and risk.
- Mentor and develop finance staff, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
About You
- CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent) with proven experience in a finance and accounting role.
- Strong technical knowledge of accounting standards, taxation, and compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to mentor and motivate a team.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Commercially astute with strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong property experience and an understanding of property project feasibilities and cashflows and modelling costs and structures for project debt and equity.
Why Join Us?
- Stewardship & Legacy – safeguarding and growing capital responsibly.
- Excellence & Innovation – driving high standards and embracing new opportunities.
- Trusted Partnerships – fostering long-term relationships built on integrity.
- Strategic Agility – balancing tradition with forward-thinking strategy.
- Collaborative Leadership – empowering people and building strong teams.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected family office where your contribution will directly influence the business’s growth and success.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, please submit your CV and a covering letter via Seek or via WMS.
Application Questions
Your application will include the following questions:
- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
- How many years' experience do you have as a Group Financial Controller?
- How many years of accounting experience do you have?
Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.
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