AU Financial Controller (AU Accounting & Payroll) | Work from Home - Dayshift

Overview

This role is responsible for leading the day-to-day finance operations for a growing Australian environmental consultancy. It is a hands-on position covering financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, project billing, reconciliations, compliance, and month-end activities.

You will work closely with Directors and external accountants to maintain financial accuracy, support business decisions through reporting and analysis, and ensure payroll and compliance obligations are met.

Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Oversee project billing, client invoicing, monthly statements, and debtor management.
• Process supplier payments, expense claims, and maintain accurate financial records.
• Manage purchase orders and monitor outstanding commitments.

Payroll & Compliance

• Process fortnightly Australian payroll, including leave management, superannuation, STP, PAYG, payroll tax, and workers' compensation requirements.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Awards, classifications, pay rates, allowances, and employee entitlements.
• Complete payroll reconciliations and support year-end payroll processes.

Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform bank, credit card, payroll, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.
• Coordinate month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.
• Prepare management reports, departmental P&Ls, project profitability reports, and budget variance analysis.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and budgeting activities.

Finance Support & Process Improvement

• Support tax and compliance reporting in partnership with external accountants.
• Assist with year-end reporting, audit preparation, and R&D claim documentation.
• Provide finance support across related entities where required.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and support routine finance coordination.

Requirements

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' accounting experience, including strong exposure to Australian finance functions.
• Demonstrated experience across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end reporting.
• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, STP, superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, and compliance requirements.
• Experience supporting multiple entities, intercompany transactions, and loan reconciliations.
• Experience preparing management reports and working alongside external accountants.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with MYOB, Xero, or similar accounting platforms.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using MYOB and Monday.com.
• Background within a consultancy, professional services, or project-based environment.
• CPA or CA qualification, or currently working towards completion.

Compensation & Benefits

• Permanent work from home.
• Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT (adjustments will be made for daylight saving time).
• HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements.
• Government-mandated benefits.
• Training programmes for career development.
• Competitive pay and benefits, additional entitlements, and structured career development programs.

Location

• Work from home.
• Scheduled hours: Monday–Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT (daylight saving time adjustments as needed).