A leading global business is currently establishing a major new manufacturing facility in Australia, scheduled to be operational in early 2027. To support this growth and ensure the finance function is fully prepared for local manufacturing, the company is seeking an experienced Interim Financial Controller for an initial six-month fixed-term contract.
This role bridges the gap between finance and operations, taking ownership of daily financial management while leading the setup of manufacturing costing and controls. Working closely with the CFO, you will manage the team, standardise transactional workflows, and establish the financial framework required for the upcoming factory launch.
Key Responsibilities
... Lead the daily operations of the finance department, ensuring accurate month-end and year-end close processes.
Establish manufacturing cost build-ups, standard costing models, and controls ahead of the facility becoming operational.
Manage, mentor, and build the capability of the finance team, fostering accountability.
Oversee inventory valuations, standard product costing, stock-take variances, and supply chain logistics costs.
Partner with operations, logistics, and manufacturing teams to improve inventory tracking and waste reporting.
Manage comprehensive cash flow, rolling forecasts, and working capital optimisation.
Coordinate the year-end audit and ensure strict compliance with AASB and statutory requirements.
Collaborate with IT teams to automate manual accounting workflows and maximise SAP ERP capabilities for the manufacturing function.
Key Requirements
CA, CPA or equivalent
Extensive experience within a manufacturing environment is a must have
Proven track record managing complex inventory accounting, standard product costing, and factory variances.
Demonstrated experience in leading, managing, and uplifting a finance team.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to translate financial data for non-finance operational staff.
Advanced ERP proficiency, preferably with SAP or NetSuite, along with advanced Excel modelling capabilities.
A hands-on, proactive approach with the ability to navigate a fast-paced, transitional environment.
This is a six month contract that is highly likely to extend out for a further 3 - 4 months in line with the completion of the project. The ideal candidate will take up post on 27th July so immediately available applications are preferred.
Apply online now for immediate consideration.
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