HEQS is involved in the Import/Export and Distribution Business, as well as real estate portfolio transactions and management. We're proudly Australian and invest across a wide range of sectors and asset classes, including real assets, public, and private markets. We are a values-based team that believes in using our capital as a force for good.

About the Role

Focusing on our retail investments, as Financial Controller, you will be responsible for the financial governance and strategy across financial accounting, reporting, tax, accounts payable/receivable and payroll. You must ensure the operational finance activities are being performed effectively and efficiently.

Experience in property management, real estate transactions, or investment portfolio accounting would be highly regarded.

What You'll do

Managing the day-to-day finance and accounting operations, including accounts payable & receivable, inventory management, general ledger reconciliations, payroll processing, cash flow management, forecasting, insurance and tax (indirect/direct).

Development and implementation of financial governance and strategy, including risk minimisation plans.

Identify, improve, and implement systems, policies, and processes to ensure robust financial monitoring and controls.

Review of accounting policies and technical position papers with respect to accounting standards.

Provision of relevant, timely and accurate financial information, including cashflow management reports, job costings, financial dashboards and full management reports to track & forecast performance, and guide decision making.

Board reporting, including supporting analysis and commentary

Experience in preparing board papers and presenting financial reports to senior executives or board members

Annual budget preparation and reforecasts as required

Preparing company tax and BAS statements in conjunction with external accountants.

Ensure compliance with relevant statutory law and financial regulations

Management of external auditors as required

Experience coordinating and managing external audit processes and liaising with audit firms

About You

CA/CPA qualified

At least 5 years of experience in a similar role

Demonstrated experience managing and mentoring finance team members (minimum 2 years)

At least 5 years of experience in a similar Financial Controller role, including 2+ years managing finance teams

Power BI and Microsoft Dynamics Proficient

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including pivot tables, financial modelling and data analysis

Strong accounting technical skills, including sound knowledge of accounting principles, standards and procedures

Strong technical knowledge of Australian Accounting Standards (AASB) and IFRS

Knowledge of relevant legislation.

Knowledge of the Corporations Act, ASIC reporting requirements, and superannuation guarantee obligations

Comprehensive knowledge of Australian taxation laws, GST, FBT, and corporate tax regulations

Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Well-developed leadership and mentoring qualities.

Self-starter attitude, delivery-oriented and invested in the long-term success.

Proactively inspire and lead the finance function, provide energy, inspiration and direction, implementing change management techniques and process improvement where necessary.

Experience in property management, real estate, investment funds, or asset management (highly regarded)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Employee discount

Schedule:

10-hour shift

Monday to Friday

Supplementary Pay:

Bonus

Christmas bonus

Performance bonus

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field (Required)

Experience:

Australian Accounting Industry: 5 years (Required)

Balance sheet reconciliations and month-end close: 3 years (Required)

Microsoft Dynamics 365: 3 years (Preferred)

Australian Financial Controller: 3 years (Required)

Monthly financial close and management reporting: 3 years (Required)

Licence/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Preferred)

Unrestricted right to work in Australia (Required)

Must have unrestricted right to work in Australia (Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa)

Work Location: In person