Head of Financial Control in Sydney

Head of Financial Control in Sydney

Sydney Temporary 121500 - 148500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead a finance team and oversee financial reporting and governance.
  • Company: Dynamic financial services organisation with a high-performance culture.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, potential for permanent role, and exposure to senior leadership.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career growth and involvement in strategic projects.
  • Why this job: Make an immediate impact while shaping the future of finance in a collaborative environment.
  • Qualifications: CA/CPA qualified with leadership experience in financial services.

The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.

Senior Manager / Head of Financial Control (Fixed-Term Contract)

Lead a high-performing finance team within a dynamic financial services organisation.

We are partnering with a well-established financial services business to appoint a

Senior Manager / Head of Financial Control on an initial fixed-term contract.

This is a hands-on leadership role offering the opportunity to make an immediate impact while positioning yourself for a potential longer-term or permanent opportunity.

You will lead a team of 5-8 finance professionals and take ownership of financial control, statutory and regulatory reporting, financial governance, and continuous improvement initiatives across the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a team of 5-8 finance professionals, fostering a high-performance culture.
  • Oversee month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial reporting processes.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory obligations and internal controls.
  • Manage statutory reporting, audits and stakeholder engagement with external auditors.
  • Partner with senior business leaders to provide commercial and financial insights.
  • Drive process improvement, automation and finance transformation initiatives.
  • Maintain a strong control environment, identifying and mitigating financial risks.
  • Support strategic projects and broader business objectives as required.

About You

  • CA/CPA qualified with significant experience within financial services.
  • Proven leadership experience managing and developing finance teams.
  • Strong technical accounting, financial control and regulatory reporting expertise.
  • Background gained within banking, insurance, wealth management, fintech or broader financial services environments.
  • Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on when required.
  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • What's on Offer
  • Initial fixed-term contract with strong potential to extend or convert to a permanent role.
  • Opportunity to lead a sizeable finance team and influence key business decisions.
  • Visible role with regular exposure to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
  • Collaborative and high-performing culture.
  • Competitive remuneration package.
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Head of Financial Control in Sydney employer: TOM People

Join a leading banking organisation that values integrity and compliance, offering a dynamic work culture where your expertise as a Senior Compliance Manager will be recognised and rewarded. With a focus on professional development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while working in a collaborative environment that encourages strong relationships with senior stakeholders. Located in a vibrant city, this role not only provides a competitive contract but also the chance to make a meaningful impact within the financial services sector.

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Contact Details:

TOM People Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of Financial Control in Sydney

Leadership Skills
Financial Control
Statutory Reporting
Regulatory Reporting
Accounting Standards Compliance
Stakeholder Engagement
Process Improvement