Financial Controller

• Sydney CBD, NSW 
• Financial Managers & Controllers (Accounting) 
• Fixed term (~6 months) , Full time 

Who we are 

Established in 2016, My Emergency Doctor (MED) is a rapidly growing and developing telemedicine business, focused on delivery of both Emergency and Chronic Medical Care and Support. Working in collaboration with our team of Emergency Doctors (FACEMs), our General Practitioners (GPs) provide care virtually to rural and regional hospitals, residential aged care facilities and other organisations across Australia at times and in places where GPs and emergency doctors are most difficult to access. 

We also own and operate GP2U & Psych2U, a virtual Mental Health business processing GP referral to provide tele-psychiatry and psychology. 

My Emergency Doctor (also known as Connected Medical Solutions) is Australia’s leading emergency telemedicine company working for public health care facilities across the country. 

Our mission is to bring the highest quality healthcare to all Australians. We work with Australian hospitals, ambulance services, Primary Health Networks, urgent care centres, and the general public to provide access to specialist medical advice via video or telephone consultation. 

About the Opportunity: 
As the business is undergoing multiple upgrades and changes, we are searching for a Financial Controller on a fixed term basis. Reporting directly to the CEO, the Financial Controller ensures the smooth running of the day-to-day finance department, including, payroll and some HR administration. The role also acts as a company secretary and as a liaison with external suppliers in regard to Audit and tax. Part of the role will include the Commercial finance (FP&A) aspect e.g. working with sales on pricing models for new clients, working with Operations on management information analysis and various reporting requirements.   

The role manage a team of six people (a mixture of permanent and casual staff) across roles such as financial accountants, management accountants, payroll officers and roles managing our call and time capture software.  

Key Responsibility Areas: 

• Collaborate with the CEO on ad hoc requests aligned to a dynamic business 
• Oversee the closing and reporting of the month/year end 
• Managing cash flow and perform data analysis to identify improvements and benefits as well as highlighting areas of budget risks. 
• Oversee maintenance of accurate records within Xero 
• Oversee and approval of weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll 
• Ensure timely reconciliation of payroll tax and Workers Comp. 
• Participate in the development and implementation of business strategies and opportunities. 
• Effective management of all internal and external resources and personnel related to finance and admin functions. 
• Support to the CEO & Board as Company Secretary 
• Actively representing the business as a senior employee by practising and promoting the organisational culture of the business internal and external to the business 
• Critically assess and/or develop and document business processes and policies within the Finance and HR functions to maintain and strengthen internal controls and gain efficiencies. 

About You 

You will enjoy being part of a small, dynamic team working together to constantly respond to new market opportunities, tenders, client requests and generally enjoy a fast-paced role where you play an integral part to the successful development and growth of the business. You will enjoy working closely with your colleagues in a collegiate and proactive manner – and a good sense of humour helps! 

Whilst the role is fixed term, for the right candidate, this could develop into a permanent role in future. 

Qualifications & Experience: 

• 10+ years’ experience in a similar financial/business management role. 
• Knowledge and experience with financial and compliance procedures for end of month, end of year, BAS/FBT requirements, payroll, WorkCover and super 
• CPA/CA qualifications – not essential but viewed favourably 
• High end skills in Xero and excel essential 
• High level of commercial acumen 
• Strong analytical skills relating to financial performance. 
• Forward-looking mindset—capable of aligning operational endeavours with strategic objectives 
• Enjoy working in an entrepreneurial, fast paced, forward thinking, continual improvement environment 
• Demonstrates a collaborative approach in supporting internal stakeholders and external stakeholders 
• Experience in financial modelling techniques (and exposure to BI reports viewed favourably).  
• Experience in interim or contract roles a plus 

 
Remuneration 

Annual equivalent of 170-180k + super 

For more information visit https://www.myemergencydr.com 

Sounds like you? 

Please submit your CV to ********@myemergencydr.com.au