Required Skills
Bachelor's degree in Accounting
Finance
Financial Reporting
Leadership
Mentoring
People Management
Attention to Detail
proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
Job Summary
Ai Talent Consultancy is excited to partner with a leading Sydney-based hospitality group to recruit an experienced Financial Controller.
We are looking for a passionate finance leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is committed to financial excellence, team leadership, and strategic business growth.
In this senior role, you’ll work closely with the CEO, Executive Team, and Senior Venue Managers, ensuring the group’s financial operations are robust, compliant, and support operational decision-making at pace.
If you enjoy working across creative, high-energy industries and want to make a strategic impact, this is the role for you.
Experience
- 5–10 years of finance and accounting experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven experience in financial reporting, budgeting, and overseeing complex financial operations.
- Strong technical accounting expertise and working knowledge of financial regulations and compliance.
- Previous experience managing finance teams and mentoring staff.
- Exposure to hospitality, retail, or service-based industries is highly desirable.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the company’s finance operations, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and compliance.
- Oversee Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, and General Ledger functions.
- Deliver timely and accurate monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
- Manage cash flow, treasury functions, and ensure operational liquidity.
- Develop and maintain internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard financial assets.
- Partner with the Executive Team to create financial strategies, forecasts, and risk assessments.
- Coordinate internal and external audits, tax lodgements (BAS, PAYG, FBT), and statutory compliance.
- Drive commercial initiatives, including tendering and cost-saving programs across the group.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team aligned with organisational values.
Job Benefits
- Strategic leadership role in a fast-growing, innovative hospitality group.
- Work in a values-driven culture celebrating originality, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
- Opportunity to influence major business decisions at an executive level.
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Exposure to high-profile hospitality projects and exciting growth opportunities.
Desired Skills
CPA or CA qualification
Experience in hospitality
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