[Hiring] Financial Controller @Optizon Pty Ltd

Role Description

We are seeking a commercially minded Financial Controller to lead the operational finance function and work closely with a Fractional CFO to support the company’s next phase of financial maturity and growth. This is not a transactional accounting role. It is a business-critical leadership position that will play a key role in building financial clarity, improving decision-making, and strengthening operational performance across the organisation.

Why This Role Is Unique

• Become the financial backbone of a scaling international business
• Work directly with the founders
• Operate in a high-impact, strategic environment
• Play a key role in rebuilding profitability and strengthening long-term financial performance

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Reporting & Analysis
  • Lead monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow reporting
  • Ensure accurate monthly reporting within 5-7 business days of the month-end
  • Analyse SKU and channel profitability to support strategic decisions
  • Develop departmental reporting for marketing, supply chain, and operations
• Cash Flow & Financial Planning
  • Build and manage a rolling 13-week cash flow forecast
  • Improve forecast accuracy and budgeting discipline
  • Monitor working capital, inventory levels, and contribution margins
• Financial Controls & Accountability
  • Implement financial controls and spending discipline
  • Establish budget vs. actual tracking across departments
  • Work closely with department heads to drive financial accountability and performance
• Team Leadership & Collaboration
  • Manage and mentor junior finance staff (bookkeeper, AP)
  • Partner closely with the Fractional CFO to execute strategic initiatives
  • Contribute to financial strategy and operational decision-making

What Success Looks Like (First 6 Months)

• Reliable weekly cash visibility
• Accurate monthly reporting within 5-7 business days of month-end
• Clear margin analysis by product and channel
• Budget vs actual discipline embedded across departments
• Reduced forecast variance
• Improved working capital management

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in accounting or finance
• Experience in e-commerce, retail, FMCG, or distribution
• Strong management accounting and financial analysis background
• Experience managing cash flow in inventory-heavy businesses

Requirements

• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong understanding of financial reporting, forecasting, and budgeting
• Experience building cash flow forecasting frameworks
• CA or CPA qualification preferred

Key Attributes

• Commercially minded, not just technically strong
• Steeped in real world insights, not walls of numbers
• Comfortable, challenging and partnering with department heads
• Detail-oriented while still able to think strategically
• Highly organised and disciplined
• Confident participating in leadership discussions and decision-making