At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance operations, reporting, budgeting, and team mentoring in a fast-paced environment.
- Company: PeopleIN, Australia's largest workforce management solutions company with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career growth, and the chance to influence strategy.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for professional development and process improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a senior leadership role within a rapidly growing company.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in finance roles, strong leadership, and commercial acumen required.
The predicted salary is between 77760 - 95040 $ per year.
Who We Are
PeopleIN is the largest Australian‑led workforce management solutions company, listed on the ASX (PPE), operating across Australia, NZ and Singapore. With over 13 brands, working with 4,200 businesses and generating revenue over $1 billion, we provide labour and workforce management to 15,000 employees across the Industrial, Retail, Hospitality, Food and Professional Services sectors. The Group has recently upgraded its technology and systems and is now approaching a period of rapid growth.
Role Overview
We are looking for a commercially minded Divisional Financial Controller for our Engineering, Trades and Labour Division. This fast‑paced, highly visible role is instrumental to the group’s success. The Divisional Financial Controller will lead the accounting and payroll functions across a variety of corporate entities. Reporting to the Group CFO, you will oversee financial performance, compliance, reporting and business‑partnering activities while leading and mentoring a high‑performing finance team—a dynamic opportunity for someone who balances strategic thinking with operational delivery.
Responsibilities
- Lead all divisional finance operations, including reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and analysis
- Prepare month‑end reports for the Divisional CEO and Group CFO, including KPIs, dashboards and analysis
- Execute key monthly cycle lodgments and reporting (e.g., BAS, Payroll, Tax, Superannuation, Workers Compensation)
- Prepare divisional cash‑flow forecasts for submission to Group Finance/Treasury
- Improve the finance operating model to generate efficiencies and cost improvements
- Oversee the weekly payroll process for on‑hire employees
- Partner with operational leaders to improve business performance and profitability
- Identify process‑improvement opportunities and support system enhancements
Requirements
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Financial Accountant, Controller, or Company Accountant
- Qualified Accountant (CA or CPA)
- Proven experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
- Strong influencing skills to achieve outcomes
- Experience managing and developing teams
- Focus on efficiency and business improvement
- Strong commercial acumen and business‑partnering capability
- Excellent leadership and stakeholder‑management skills
- Advanced financial reporting and analytical skills
- Strong systems knowledge and a process‑improvement mindset
Benefits
- Senior leadership opportunity with real business impact
- Collaborative and supportive culture
- Opportunity to influence strategy and operational performance
- Competitive salary package
- Career growth and long‑term development opportunities
Divisional Financial Controller in Brisbane employer: PeopleIN
PeopleIN is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where high-performing individuals can thrive. With a competitive commission structure and access to a warm client portfolio, employees are empowered to build their own verticals while enjoying the support of a collaborative team culture. The opportunity for professional growth and the flexibility to operate like an entrepreneur within a strong brand makes this role particularly rewarding for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the recruitment industry.
