Financial Controller

Constantinople is the first of its kind: an all-in-one software and operational platform for banks. We provide our banking clients with a cloud-native infrastructure to host and manage their customers. We offer a comprehensive suite of banking products, together with all operational services needed to run a bank efficiently.

Constantinople’s state-of-the-art platform eliminates the need for expensive infrastructure, and replaces manual operational and compliance processes with automation at scale. By removing the operational complexity of banking, Constantinople enables its clients to focus on its customers and the business of banking.

The Role

The Financial Controller is responsible for managing all aspects of the company's financial operations, including financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, internal controls, and compliance. This role plays a critical part in providing strategic financial insights to guide decision-making and contribute to the organisation's overall financial health and growth.

What You’ll Do

• Financial Reporting and Analysis:
  
  

Oversee the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements, including profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.

Provide in-depth financial analysis, including variance analysis against budget and forecast, to identify trends, opportunities, and risks.

Present financial reports and findings to senior management and the Board of Directors.

• Budgeting and Forecasting:
  
  

Lead the annual budgeting process and develop financial forecasts (monthly, quarterly, rolling forecasts) in collaboration with other departments.

Monitor actual performance against budget and forecast, providing detailed explanations for variances.

Develop and implement cash flow management strategies and projections.

• Internal Controls and Compliance:
  
  

Establish, implement, and maintain robust internal controls to safeguard company assets, ensure data integrity, and prevent fraud.

Ensure compliance with all statutory law, financial regulations, and tax requirements (e.g., BAS, FBT, company tax).

Liaise with external auditors and regulatory authorities, managing the audit process.

• Strategic Financial Management:
  
  

Contribute to strategic planning by providing financial insights and recommendations.

Identify business efficiencies, operational improvements, and cost-saving opportunities across the organisation.

• Team Leadership and Management:
  
  

Manage and develop the finance and accounting team, including Accountants, Accounts Payable/Receivable staff, and Payroll

Who You Are

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or Certified Practising Accountant (CPA) in Australia.
• 8 years of progressive experience in accounting or finance roles, with a significant portion in a management or leadership capacity.
• Strong background in financial management, auditing, or relevant accounting positions.
• Experience in a similar growth-stage business is highly beneficial.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to clearly articulate complex financial information to both financial and non-financial stakeholders.
  
  

Application Process

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Inclusion

To build technology and products that are used and loved by people and solve real-world problems, we need to build a team with many different perspectives and experiences. We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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