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R007 - senior finance officer (pathway to financial controller)

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Kryal Castle
Financial Controller
Posted: 20 September
Offer description

Are you a talented finance professional ready to take ownership of the numbers in a business that’s anything but ordinary?

Kryal Castle — Australia’s only medieval adventure park — is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Finance Officer to help us shape the next chapter of our growing kingdom.

This is a rare opportunity for someone who’s ready to take full ownership of the finance function, and who is looking to grow into a future Financial Controller role as the business expands. This role is Part Time - 3 days per week.

Why This Role Stands Out

We're not a corporate office or a traditional hotel — we're an immersive, entertainment-driven attraction with over 1,000 years of medieval magic woven into every experience.

This role is for someone who wants more than just month-end reports — someone who wants to own the numbers, improve systems, and become a strategic partner to the business.

Your Impact

As our Senior Finance Officer, you’ll report directly to the CEO and work closely with the business owners. You’ll lead our day-to-day finance operations while helping to shape the future direction of finance at Kryal Castle.

This is a hands-on role with a clear growth path to Financial Controller — perfect for someone ready to step into leadership over time.

Your Responsibilities

- Oversee accounts payable and receivable (end-to-end)

- Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual financial reports (P&L;, balance sheet, cash flow)

- Ensure compliance with financial regulations and internal controls

- Manage payroll processing and employee records (Deputy, Xero)

- Support budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management

- Lead month-end and year-end close processes

- Assist with audit preparation and liaise with external accountants

- Improve finance systems, processes and reporting tools

- Collaborate with non-financial managers to provide insights

What We’re Looking For

Core Experience

- Degree-qualified in Accounting, Finance, CPA

- 3–5 years’ experience in finance or accounting roles

- Strong background in bookkeeping, reporting and compliance

- Advanced Xero user + strong Excel/financial analysis skills

- Experience with budgeting, cash flow, and month/year-end processes

Experience with financial tools:

- Lightyear or similar accounts payable automation systems

- Deputy or similar time & attendance systems

- Roller or similar POS/ticketing systems

Mindset & Growth Potential

- Motivated to take ownership and lead the finance function

- Ambitious and eager to grow into a Financial Controller role

- Hands-on and adaptable — equally comfortable with daily operations and big-picture thinking

- Able to communicate financial information clearly to non-finance team members

- High integrity and reliability — someone the business can count on

Nice-to-Haves

- Experience in tourism, hospitality or events

- Familiarity with NewBook or other booking systems

- CA or CPA qualification (or working towards one)

- An interest in the operations of small-to-medium businesses

Why Join Our Kingdom?

- One-of-a-kind workplace — you’ll work in a real live castle!

- Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team

- Work closely with leadership, where your voice matters

- Help build and scale the finance function from the inside out

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a capable finance professional with the skills and ambition to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and a cover letter outlining why you're the right person to manage the finances of a business that’s anything but ordinary.

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