Financial Controller
Fetch Recruitment ·www.fetchrecruitment.com.au
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Financial Controller
CFO — Inner West Melbourne
Resdiential Construction
The Opportunity
Our client is a rapidly growing, privately-owned business based in Melbourne's inner west, operating across manufacturing and residential project work. On the back of strong growth, they're looking to bring on an experienced Financial Controller / CFO to step into a senior finance leadership role — someone who can partner directly with ownership, drive commercial decision-making, and help take the business to its next stage of growth.
This is a genuine opportunity for someone with experience gained in a larger, more structured business to bring that calibre of financial rigour and strategic thinking into a growing, owner-led environment.
The Business Structure
You'll dual-manage finance across two related entities:
Click apply now, or reach out for a confidential discussion about the role.
CFO — Inner West Melbourne
Resdiential Construction
The Opportunity
Our client is a rapidly growing, privately-owned business based in Melbourne's inner west, operating across manufacturing and residential project work. On the back of strong growth, they're looking to bring on an experienced Financial Controller / CFO to step into a senior finance leadership role — someone who can partner directly with ownership, drive commercial decision-making, and help take the business to its next stage of growth.
This is a genuine opportunity for someone with experience gained in a larger, more structured business to bring that calibre of financial rigour and strategic thinking into a growing, owner-led environment.
The Business Structure
You'll dual-manage finance across two related entities:
- The core business — Residential construction
- A smaller, standalone supply business, operating independently and manufacturing/supplying product to other businesses
- Take ownership of day-to-day financial operations and reporting across both entities
- Support and work alongside the in-office team member managing Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Drive financial strategy, commercial decision-making and business planning as the business scales
- Oversee financial management of residential project work within the core business
- Manage the relationship with the business's external accountant, who will remain engaged for tax, BAS and quarterly strategic reviews
- Implement financial processes, systems and controls to support continued growth
- Provide commercial and financial insight directly to ownership to support key decisions
- Proven experience as a Financial Controller, CFO, or senior finance leader — ideally including time in a larger, more structured business before moving into an SME/owner-operated environment
- Comfortable managing finances across multiple related entities/business units simultaneously
- Strong commercial acumen — able to go beyond reporting and actively help drive the business forward
- Experience working collaboratively alongside external accountants/advisors
- Building/construction or manufacturing industry experience highly regarded
- A genuine "next level" operator — someone who can bring structure, process and strategic thinking to a growing business
- A genuine leadership role, working directly with ownership to shape the financial direction of the business
- Inner west Melbourne location
- The opportunity to make a real, visible impact as the business scales
Click apply now, or reach out for a confidential discussion about the role.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Financial Controller role?
Fetch Recruitment is hiring for the Financial Controller position, a Shazamme client. Apply directly on the employer's career site.
Where is the Financial Controller job located?
The Financial Controller role with Fetch Recruitment is based in Williamstown, VIC, AU.
What does the Financial Controller role pay?
Fetch Recruitment lists the Financial Controller role at AUD 180,000–200,000 per year.
Is the Financial Controller role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Fetch Recruitment.
What experience level is the Financial Controller role?
The Financial Controller position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Financial Controller role at Fetch Recruitment?
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