Financial Controller

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from The Good Source Currently hiring for Syos Aerospace!! Passionate about empowering others and unlocking success Seek SARA Recruitment Consultant of The Location: Sydney, AUS or Auckland, NZ This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing financial technology company that is transforming fund administration through powerful, AI-driven software. Since launching just two years ago, we''ve grown rapidly, with over $25B in assets now on our platform. Backed by committed investors, we are expanding fast across APAC and beyond. We are seeking a Financial Controller to lead our finance function and provide strategic financial leadership across our group structure. This is a chance to own end-to-end financial operations across multiple jurisdictions, while playing a key role in business strategy, governance, and growth. This role is ideal for a qualified finance professional with strong technical skills and business acumen who wants to build and scale a finance function from the ground up, accelerating their career alongside our business growth. What you''ll do: Capital Management: Assist with fundraising, including financial modelling and due diligence, and maintain records of historical raises and shareholder activity. Financial Planning & Analysis: Drive annual planning cycles, budgeting, and scenario modelling. Build and maintain dynamic financial models to support board decisions and investor conversations. Governance & Reporting: Prepare board packs, present financial updates, act as board secretary, and handle statutory filings across jurisdictions. Administer the ESOP, including the option register and equity grants. Commercial Operations: Partner with sales and delivery teams to structure proposals, price deals, and ensure margin discipline. Review contracts for financial and risk implications. Compliance & Risk: Oversee tax compliance, manage insurance coverage and risk registers, and coordinate with external advisors on regulatory matters. Finance Operations: Manage bookkeeping, AP/AR, bank reconciliations, and monthly close processes. Prepare consolidated management accounts and oversee payroll across NZ, AU, and US jurisdictions. Finance Team Management: Recruit, mentor, and grow the finance function as the business scales, transitioning from hands-on execution to strategic leadership over time. What we''re looking for: Professional accounting qualification (CA ANZ, CPA Australia, or equivalent). 5+ years of progressive finance experience, with exposure to high-growth or venture-backed companies. Strong financial modelling and FP&A skills. Experience supporting fundraising activities and managing equity (ESOP administration). Strong technical skills in financial systems, payroll platforms, and advanced Excel/financial modelling tools. An "AI-native" approach and enthusiasm for leveraging AI to enhance financial processes and reporting. A self-starter mentality with the ability to work autonomously while building and documenting robust financial processes. A role with genuine autonomy, impact, and visibility inside a well-funded, high-growth business. Industry-leading technology and a customer base of leading private fund managers. New workstation (MacBook Pro, dual screens, AirPods Pro, accessories). 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years, 6 weeks after 3 years. Unlimited sick leave. Generous parental leave policies. If this sounds like a challenge for you, apply now and we will be in touch! 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Created: 2025-11-29