Senior Financial Controller

Are you an operationally focused finance professional ready to step into a strategic leadership role? Do you have the confidence to lead a team, drive change, and improve profitability through better contract management and financial governance? A major privately owned transport and civil services provider is seeking a Financial Controller to oversee financial operations across multiple government contracts, while leading and growing a finance team of 10–15 professionals. Why This Role?Be part of a dynamic executive team, with visibility and influence at the top tableLead end-to-end financial control, from compliance reporting to strategic contract analysisPlay a pivotal role in improving commercial outcomes through smarter finance processesBuild a high-performance team culture and develop future finance leadersEnjoy flexibility while being embedded in the operational rhythm of the business The RoleAs Financial Controller, you’ll have both the operational and strategic scope to shape finance delivery. You’ll ensure the accurate and timely production of statutory reporting (including BAS and FBT), while also leading performance reviews, contract profitability analysis, and cost control strategies. This is a hands-on leadership role with a focus on:Financial Operations & Compliance: Lead the production of statutory reports including FBT, BAS and internal controlsCommercial Oversight: Review contracts to identify margin improvement opportunities and cost efficienciesTeam Leadership: Mentor, grow and structure a finance team to operate at a high level of performance and engagementStrategic Contribution: Partner with senior leadership to shape financial strategies across four key government contractsProcess Improvement: Drive finance system upgrades and streamline reporting, modelling, and forecasting tools Your BackgroundWe’re looking for a finance leader who thrives in operational environments—ideally with experience in:Construction, Civil, Transport or Logistics (highly regarded but not essential)Leading teams of 10+ across finance and commercial functionsManaging government or large-scale infrastructure contractsProducing and managing FBT, BAS and compliance frameworksDriving margin improvement through contract analysis and commercial insightsEmbedding performance culture through mentorship and accountability This is your opportunity to build something impactful—shaping how finance supports business growth in one of the state’s most important industries. Apply now to step into a leadership role where operational excellence meets strategic influence.