Financial Controller

Our client is a leading global creative brand agency, creating brands for some of the world’s most recognised names. With studios around the world, the APAC business is a growing, profitable region with significant global clients.

The role

Reporting to the Group CFO, with a dotted line to the APAC Managing Director, you’ll lead finance for the APAC region. This is a hands‑on role. You’ll own the numbers, present the monthly accounts with the MD, and lead a small team.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Budgets and forecasts, delivered to group templates and timetables
  • Reviewing and strengthening financial controls
  • Project profitability and burn‑rate reviews, with robust pricing conversations with client leads
  • Partnering with People and Operations on hiring, resourcing and utilisation
  • Leading and developing a small team
  • Revenue recognition on client projects, including associated costs
  • Month‑end close and monthly management accounts across multiple entities
  • Statutory, tax and audit oversight with external advisers and the group team

About you

  • CA or CPA qualified, currently a Financial Controller or senior Finance Manager
  • Month-end, reporting, budgeting and forecasting experience in a multi-entity group
  • Confident partnering with an MD and holding budget holders to account
  • Autonomous and robust, and comfortable working across time zones
  • Experience in a business where people bill time to projects (agency, consulting or professional services) is highly regarded
  • Reporting into an overseas head office, or multi-country and multi-currency exposure, is an advantage
  • Warm, curious and collaborative, with a roll‑up-your‑sleeves approach

Why apply?

  • Join a globally recognised creative business working with world‑class brands
  • Report to the Group CFO, with investment in finance, data and FP&A
  • Have real influence over how APAC finance runs, with autonomy and senior exposure
  • Hybrid working, with three days in the office
  • $200,000 Package

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Financial Controller employer: Atlas Partners | Accountancy & Finance Specialists

Join a large, privately-owned Australian business that values transparency and high-quality reporting, offering you a unique opportunity to work closely with senior leadership and international shareholders. With a strong focus on employee growth and a supportive work culture, this role not only enhances your professional skills but also allows you to make a meaningful impact within the organisation. Enjoy the benefits of being part of a dynamic team that prioritises collaboration and innovation in the construction and infrastructure sector.

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Contact Details:

Atlas Partners | Accountancy & Finance Specialists Recruitment Team