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We believe in the Distributed Model as the future of employment and helping our Customers find forward-thinking Finance Professionals for their in‑house roles.
Our Story
Better Business Basics matches great Finance professionals with optimum Finance roles based on more than 14 key factors such as role type, location factors and rate, to better customise the role that’s right for you.
The key to our almost 20-year success is in People.
We offer truly flexible career opportunities, which is why we were proud to be awarded Employer of Choice by the Australian Business Awards two years running.
The Role’s Story
We are looking for a great match for a Financial Controller with a Customer of ours. This role would suit someone who is passionate about in‑house Accounting first and foremost and loves working as part of a small finance team, where what you do makes a difference.
The Customer is an Adelaide‑based organisation with a national reach and is a leader in their field. You’ll need to have your hands in day‑to‑day detail and also be part of the bigger picture. This pivotal role demands proven experience in EOM reporting, managing a dynamic cashflow position and all aspects that feed into the ins and outs managed by the team. As the key finance person leading a team of three, you’ll work closely with the CEO and other departmental managers to ensure the financial systems and processes that lead to accurate and regular reporting give the business what they need to make key decisions effectively.
With some flexible working options considered once the role is under your belt (eg, 9‑day fortnight for the right candidate).
Our Customer’s Story
With an almost 20‑year history, the Customer’s team has high‑level and hands‑on experience across industrial and commercial refrigeration sectors. Team members have played a significant role in the design and development of major projects across Australia and Asia.
Their values drive outstanding performance: Service; Partnerships; Integrity; Communication; Evolving; Success.
The Role’s Benefits
- Competitive rate
- Opportunity to progress to a leading finance role with mentorship from a respected CEO
- Part of a small dedicated finance team
- Valuable experience at an innovative company
- Work with a national player with deep sector relationships
The Role
- 5 days a week but a 9‑day fortnight would also be considered for the right candidate
- Responsible for accurate and timely delivery of financial controls, cashflow management and monthly reporting
- Assists with the annual budget process and forecasting
- Works under the CEO as part of a team of 4
Your Story
- Degree and CPA qualified
- Experience in a project‑based revenue environment with software tools such as SimPro and XERO
- Deep experience with cashflow forecasting tools like Futrli and working‑capital management in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated strategic insights about scope of control and decision‑making, including stakeholder impact and communication
- Ability to lead and motivate a small, high‑functioning finance team and integrate them with the rest of the organisation
- Detail‑oriented problem‑solving mindset, with the capacity to innovate and improve day‑to‑day processing
- Enquiring mindset that learns and applies emerging tech such as AI in the workplace
- Resilience in managing day‑to‑day challenges, feedback and ongoing learning
Let’s chat
We love matching people to roles that allow them to thrive. If you would like more information or to discuss this role in more detail, please contact our recruitment team via email at
Please attach a cover letter with your resume to your SEEK application outlining what makes you a perfect fit and what you want to achieve in this role in the next 3 years.
We are also using Role‑Match to match this role, so please apply there including the online Assessment which will ensure that this role, or another we have, is right for you.
Please note our applications deadline for this role is 5pm Friday 28th November 2025, so if this role has piqued your interest, don’t hesitate - apply today. Be prepared and start 2026 with something recent.
We thank you in advance for taking the time to apply with us.
About Better Business Basics
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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