Financial Controller

YOUR NEW COMPANY

UrbanX was established with the vision to empower high performing Agents to elevate their careers and take back control of their earnings. We provide a platform for Agents to build their own business, providing branding, contracts management, finance and business support services to hundreds of the country’s best agents. 

YOUR NEW ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and driven Financial Controller with a passion for accuracy, compliance and strategic financial management. As our Financial Controller, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring financial excellence, compliance and transparency as well as collaborate closely with the UrbanX executive team and lead critical financial processes. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Overseeing and managing the finance team completing all payroll services for the company
• Training, developing and managing the Head Office Finance Team (onshore and offshore team members) including regular feedback check-ins and performance reviews
• Reviewing and finalising monthly financial board reports, circulating to Board members ahead of board meetings, responding to any queries. 
• Reviewing and finalising monthly ATO compliance obligations (IAS/BAS)
• Reviewing and finalising annual reporting and compliance obligations
• Reviewing and presenting 6-monthly budgets for executive approval
• Reviewing budgets as entered into XERO and CALXA to ensure accurate and matching re-forecast figures each 6 months.
• Reviewing and finalising annual Research & Development claims, liaising with external accountants to include with annual accounts and tax returns.
• Additional adhoc and not-for-profit obligations discussed upon interview

REQUIREMENTS:

• CA or CPA qualified with minimum of 3-years experience in a commercial role or similar professional experience
• Proven experience as a Financial Controller or similar role. 
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, compliance, and financial reporting. 
• Excellent communication skills & ability to collaborate across teams. 
• Detail-orientated, analytical mindset and a problem solver. 
• Continuous improvement mindset with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. 
• Ability to work independently while at the same time embracing teamwork, also in a virtual context. 
• Experience with XERO and CALXA programmes preferred but not essential.

What you need to do now

Please submit your resume and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are the ideal candidate.

UrbanX is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.