Australia Sector Financial Controller

QinetiQ is a global defence and security company and employs more than 8500 people in more than 50 locations around the world. We offer our customers premier expertise in advice, services and creative technology-based products and help solve some of their most challenging problems.

Our determination to deliver and improve today and anticipate and shape tomorrow, makes QinetiQ a very exciting, rewarding and respected place to work and learn. Globally QinetiQ has four Sectors, one of which is the ‘Australia Sector’’. The Australia Sector has more than 1,200 employees operating across four countries, namely Australia, Canada, Germany and the United Kingdom. 

The Australia Sector Financial Controller will spearhead financial accounting compliance, statutory reporting, and tax compliance initiatives. The role will also lead the corporate finance function, collaborating with stakeholders to meet financial objectives and drive strategic growth in a global business. This role reports directly to the Australia Sector CFO with the close ties to our Global Finance team in Germany, UK and Canada. 

 
Key Responsibilities will include, but not limited to:

• Full ownership of financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet and cash flow) including timely delivery of accurate monthly accounts
• Leading the delivery of the Australian Sector annual Budgets, quarterly Forecasts and monthly Latest Best Estimates (LBE) as well as playing a key role in compiling the five year Integrated Strategic Business Plan
• Providing leadership to the development of the financial strategy of the business, supporting the development of the right financial structures and business models
• Acting as a key business partner and lead for accounting within the Australia Sector to ensure the delivery of business outcomes

The ideal candidate will have the following:
 

• Tertiary degree in Accounting or Finance, coupled with either CPA or CA certification
• Proven experience working in a senior finance role, leading a team and delivering financial excellence
• Commercial and strategic, with the ability to influence, engage and collaborate with a range of stakeholders including ELT, subsidiary business teams and global technical partners
• Ability to manage a broad and diverse portfolio of businesses which include subsidiaries and recently acquired smaller businesses – offering financial advice, guidance and direction

• Demonstrable experience in successfully delivering in a global or multi-national company and/ or the ability and mindset to integrate and collaborate across multiple geographical locations, time zones and cultures
• Ability to maintain a pro-active approach to all aspects of the role, work autonomously and prioritise work appropriately across the Australian Sector finance team
• Ability to adapt to business changes in a growing company
   

Due to the nature of the role, applicants must be eligible for Australian Defence security clearance.

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Whilst applications must be made online, confidential enquiries are welcome and may be directed to Narica Chappel, Talent Acquisition Specialist via email; nchappel@qinetiq.com.au

Looking for an Employer with Benefits?

At QinetiQ, our competitive remuneration and benefits package supports your evolving needs throughout your career.   You’ll share in the company’s success, and be rewarded for your own. We’ll invest in your professional development and provide an inclusive environment for you to succeed.

Some of our benefits include:

• Individual Professional development allowance
• Access to LinkedIn Learning
• Flexible work
• Purchased leave program & loyalty leave
• Up to 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Annual incentive scheme
• Complimentary salary continuance insurance
• Annual volunteering leave with Operation Give Back
• Relaxed dress code

As the defence industry in Australia grows, it is an exciting time to join QinetiQ. What the company looks like today will be different to that of tomorrow as we navigate an ever changing world. To innovate for our customers' advantage we value the need for diversity of thought in everything we do. We provide a flexible and inclusive environment where our people can bring their whole selves to work, meaningfully contribute and have equal opportunity to succeed. We actively seek applications from people who come from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Aligned with our Diversity and Inclusion Strategy and Reconciliation Action Plan, we also encourage applications from women, veterans and First Nations people. 

QinetiQ conducts pre-employment screening, including but not limited to identity verification and police checks, for all preferred candidates.