Financial Controller (AU Accounting & Payroll) | Work from Home

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to lead the day-to-day finance operations for a growing Australian environmental consultancy. This is a hands-on role responsible for financial reporting, payroll, accounts payable and receivable, project billing, reconciliations, compliance, and month-end activities.

Working closely with the Directors and external accountants, you will play a key role in maintaining financial accuracy, supporting business decisions through reporting and analysis, and ensuring payroll and compliance obligations are met.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Operations

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.

• Oversee project billing, client invoicing, monthly statements, and debtor management.

• Process supplier payments, expense claims, and maintain accurate financial records.

• Manage purchase orders and monitor outstanding commitments.

Payroll & Compliance

• Process fortnightly Australian payroll, including leave management, superannuation, STP, PAYG, payroll tax, and workers' compensation requirements.

• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian Awards, classifications, pay rates, allowances, and employee entitlements.

• Complete payroll reconciliations and support year-end payroll processes.

• Reconciliations & Reporting

• Perform bank, credit card, payroll, balance sheet, and general ledger reconciliations.

• Coordinate month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments, and reconciliations.

• Prepare management reports, departmental P&Ls, project profitability reports, and budget variance analysis.

• Assist with cash flow forecasting and budgeting activities.

Finance Support & Process Improvement

• Support tax and compliance reporting in partnership with external accountants.

• Assist with year-end reporting, audit preparation, and R&D claim documentation.

• Provide finance support across related entities where required.

• Identify opportunities to improve processes and support the coordination of routine finance activities.

Requirements

About You

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Minimum 5 years' accounting experience, including strong exposure to Australian finance functions.

• Demonstrated experience across payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and month-end reporting.

• Strong understanding of Australian payroll legislation, STP, superannuation, PAYG, payroll tax, and compliance requirements.

• Experience supporting multiple entities, intercompany transactions and loan reconciliations.

• Experience preparing management reports and working alongside external accountants.

• Advanced Excel skills and experience with MYOB, Xero, or similar accounting platforms.

• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience using MYOB and Monday.com.

• Background within a consultancy, professional services, or project-based environment.

• Experience supporting multiple entities and intercompany transactions.

• CPA or CA qualification, or currently working towards completion.

Please note the official title of this role is: Financial Controller

Benefits

Why Join the company?

We offer more than just a job — we offer a supportive and rewarding career experience. Here’s what you can expect from this opportunity:

• Permanent work from home

• Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT ( adjustments will be made for daylight saving time )

• HMO with 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements

• Government-mandated benefits

• Opportunities to work with leading companies in Australia and beyond

• Training programmes for career development

• Engaging company outings, team activities and wellness sessions

• Supportive, inclusive culture

• Dedicated managers focused on your growth and success

The company connects highly skilled Filipino professionals with established companies in Australia, New Zealand, the United States, the United Kingdom and Europe, providing direct access to global careers and long-term opportunities.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, additional entitlements and structured career development programs that make employment both financially rewarding and professionally sustainable.

Our industry-leading retention rate demonstrates our commitment to a people-first culture that prioritizes stability, growth and genuine care for every employee.

The company is an equal opportunity employer. We value cultural diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where every employee is respected and supported as part of a growing global team.