The Company We are exclusively partnered with a Melbourne based Asset Investment and Management business with aggressive growth targets and an active deal pipeline. Since founding in the past decade, they have experienced continued and sustained growth and will continue on a growth trajectory. This is an exciting time to join the business as they capitalise on their momentum with significant opportunity for professional growth. Based in Melbourne's inner suburbs, they occupy modern and convenient office space. The Role The Financial Controller role is newly created and will report directly to the CFO whilst leading a team. Overseeing all financial aspects for the company, you will be responsible for the outputs of the team, cultivating a high-performance culture whilst supporting the executive team on strategic objectives. Continuous improvement will be a focus and your ability to identify opportunities for reducing time spent on tasks and automation of processes will be an important factor towards success in the role. Success in the position will see you applying your strong technical accounting knowledge, combined with commercial acumen and effective leadership skills Key Responsibilities will include; Prepare periodical financials; provide leadership with accurate and timely financial information and results Cashflow management and forecasting Ensure compliance with tax obligations Improve and uplift internal controls frameworks Establish effective communication and business partnering with all levels of colleagues and external contacts Ensure adherence to all relevant compliance requirements Support in strategic planning and annual budget Enhance capability of existing team and take lead on process improvement initiatives This role has significant growth potential and will evolve as the business and this position matures and as such, progression for a Head of Finance position is a very realistic pathway. Your Profile As an accomplished finance leader (CA or CPA), you will have demonstrated experience in a similar position minimum of 3 years in a people leadership position. Proven experience of working with executives and managing a high performing team will be essential. Your technical accounting knowledge will be very strong and your ability to influence team members, external partners and leadership will be key to success. With a growth mindset and ambition to further your career towards the executive band will be important to ensure your success in this position. Apply Now Apply today if you feel the above describes you Job Reference Number - 06810-0013092277 SG By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.