Finance Controller - International Industrial Group

<h2>The Opportunity</h2><ul>
<li>We're recruiting a Financial Controller for an Australian subsidiary of a globally listed French industrial group operating across 40+ countries. They deliver high-value engineering and construction projects, with a growing pipeline and an upcoming statutory audit.</li>
<li>This is a standalone, hands-on finance role. You will be the most senior finance person on the ground in Australia, reporting directly to the APAC Regional CFO. You own the full finance function, no playbook to inherit. You build it yourself.</li>
<li>Base location: Brisbane (hybrid) with fortnightly to monthly travel to Townsville office.</li>
</ul><h2>What You'll Be Doing</h2><ul>
<li>Preparing monthly and annual financial statements; managing year-end close with external accountants</li>
<li>Leading annual budgets, 3-year forecasts, and monthly Group reporting submissions</li>
<li>Running variance analysis and delivering clear financial commentary to MD and Regional CFO</li>
<li>Overseeing cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital</li>
<li>Coordinating the upcoming statutory audit and ensuring Australian compliance</li>
<li>Driving the transition from Xero to a more robust ERP as the business grows</li>
<li>Partnering with operations on cost control, project financials, and business plans</li>
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