Address About Us
We’re a social enterprise whose vision is to make every salon experience sustainable.
We rescue up to 95% of salon resources from landfill and donate 100% of proceeds from the sale of materials to local communities and charities.
Our founders, Paul Frasca and Ewelina Soroko, are at the forefront of profit-for-purpose sustainability. They’re constantly innovating in the fields of product, social and environmental justice while delivering profits to their customers.
About The Role
Due to our scaling plans we are looking for a smart, tenacious, and ambitious Financial Controller to join us to shape our Finance organisation. Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role offers the autonomy to oversee and develop the newly formed Finance team and help to improve Sustainable Salons’ financial operations and processes in a supportive and positive workplace environment. You will be responsible for building your team to perform the financial accounts, budgets, accounts payable and receivable, payroll, taxation, and reporting functions for the business.
At Sustainable Salons you will have the unique opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and rewarding company. High performing individuals will have the potential and room for both career progression and personal development.
Key Responsibilities
Financial Planning, Analysis and Management:
Manage budgeting and forecasting
Develop and implement financial models to support strategic planning and decision-making
Conduct regular financial analysis, identify trends, and provide insights to Executive Leadership
Proactively support managers to control their budgets throughout the year aligned with business goals
Provide financial insights to support decision-making and contribute to long-term financial planning
Reporting and Compliance:
Prepare accurate and timely financial statements, reports, and forecasts.
Ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards, regulations, and tax requirements.
Coordinate with external accountants for tax compliance.
Cash Flow and Risk Management:
Manage cash flow and liquidity to meet operational needs.
Implement effective working capital management strategies.
Monitor and analyse financial risks and propose mitigation strategies.
Financial Controls and Processes:
Supervise a small team to deliver effective and timely Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tax, Treasury, Payroll, Financial, and Management Accounting services.
Maintain robust internal controls and continuously improve the efficiency and effectiveness of financial processes.
Provide guidance on financial policies and procedures.
Financial Systems and Tools Implementation:
Lead the implementation and integration of new financial systems and tools.
Conduct software evaluation and selection to align with company needs.
Manage the entire project lifecycle, from inception to completion.
Collaborate with IT and accounting teams to ensure seamless integration.
Train staff on new systems and processes.
Maintain internal controls to uphold financial integrity.
Continuously improve financial systems to support business growth and operational efficiency.
About You
You share our sustainability mission and our Company Values of Innovation, Teamwork, Growth and Integrity.
CA or CPA qualification with a bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
5+ years proven experience in a Financial Controller role (or working at a similar level), either at a whole-of-business or business unit level.
Excellent knowledge of financial regulations and accounting principles and standards.
Proficient in financial modelling and analysis and an understanding of payroll principles.
Proven capacity to effectively supervise and manage a small team.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate and engage with all levels of the business.
Integrity and a commitment to ethical financial practice.
Proficiency in financial software systems, and technology. Advanced Excel skills, and experience with Xero. EXO is desirable but not essential.
Consultative - Can clearly demonstrate an understanding of consultative selling and appointment setting.
A ‘Self-Starter' Attitude - High energy, and positivity come naturally to you. You have the confidence to work independently.
Great Communication Skills - With the ability to make complexity easily understood and memorable.
Problem Solver - You’ll have the ability to make a clear connection between our product capabilities and our customers' business needs.
Empathetic - You’ll have strong empathy and genuinely care about improving business practices for our team.
Fast Learner - Must be comfortable working with constant change.
Experience - It'd be great if you have previous SaaS experience in the. However, that's definitely not a must!
Work Environment
This is a Remote-First position which means that you can work from anywhere in the Greater Sydney Region. Business Core collaboration hours are 9 am - 5 pm Mon-Fri (NSW time).
There may be occasional travel for team events and conferences
COVID-19 vaccination is required as you may be required to attend venues where COVID-19 vaccinations are required.
Must be authorised to work in Australia - no visa/sponsorships at this time
