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Group Financial Controller | SaaS | 2 Days Onsite

Cremorne Temporary AU$200,000 - AU$250,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
Leading a team of five, you will take ownership of global financial reporting, accounting operations, controls, treasury and payroll.
  • Join a global SaaS business and (arguably) the best finance team in Melbourne!
  • Enjoy incredibly flexible working

About Our Client

My client is an iconic global SaaS organisation.

Job Description

  • Lead and mentor a high-performing (and incredibly friendly!) team of five, driving capability, engagement and operational excellence.
  • Drive the finalisation of historic reporting, a key priority for Q4 2026
  • Establish a reliable and sustainable operating rhythm within Accounting & Reporting, with a particular focus on timely, accurate monthly reporting
  • Establish robust financial controls, accounting policies and governance frameworks to support growth and compliance.
  • Champion automation, process improvement and AI-led initiatives across the finance operations function.
  • Oversee accounting operations including capitalisation, transfer pricing, treasury management and accounts payable governance.
  • Act as the final approver for key finance operations activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and strong risk management.
  • Partner with senior stakeholders across Finance, Tax, People & Culture, Legal and Product teams to deliver strategic business outcomes.
  • Lead revenue operations, payroll governance and employee share scheme (ESOP) accounting and compliance requirements.
  • Contribute to critical business transformation initiatives, including entity structure reviews, operating model improvements and other strategic projects.

The Successful Applicant

  • CA qualified
  • Ideally available to commence by mid October 2026
  • Strong technical accounting experience (8+ years) commencing in a Big 4 (mid-tier at a minimum)
  • Global payroll management/oversight experience is highly valued
  • SaaS and/or tech experience (ideal), with global operations
  • Demonstrated management of a high performing team, particularly across Accounting and Payroll
  • Strong curiosity around and application of AI and automation within finance
  • A 'people first' mindset - culture is fiercely protected here

What's on Offer

  • An initial 12 month fixed term contract
  • Unrivalled flexibility and culture- no in office mandate (recommendation for 2 days in office ideally)
  • $200,000 - $250,000 + Super
  • Immediate start available
  • Lead a high performing team that you will love, but also learn from! (There are some extremely AI savvy operators!)
  • Genuine people first culture - the business actually lives its values
  • A range of other perks, i.e paid lunches, annual stipend that can be allocated towards a course or charity etc
Contact
William Harris
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7109323
Phone number
+61 466 534 114

Job summary

Function
Accounting & Finance
Specialisation
Group Accounting
Industry
Technology & Telecoms
Location
Cremorne
Job Type
Temporary
Consultant name
William Harris
Consultant phone
+61 466 534 114
Job Reference
JN-092026-7109323
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.