Financial Controller – Commercial Accounting | Brisbane
Bring commercial insight, technical excellence, and leadership together in a role with real influence.
We’re seeking a hands-on Financial Controller with strong commercial acumen and deep technical accounting capability to take ownership of the finance function and ensure financial integrity across a growing, acquisitive business.
This role suits someone who enjoys being close to the numbers, operates confidently within AASB frameworks, and can translate financial results into clear, actionable insights for the business.
If you thrive in fast-paced environments, value accuracy and accountability, and want to influence operational and strategic outcomes, this role offers both challenge and impact.
Who We Are
With over 20 local branches supported by a strong national presence, efex is one of Australia’s leading IT and digital services providers. We deliver right-sized IT, print, and communications solutions that help organisations operate smarter, simpler, and more efficiently.
Our culture is approachable and commercially focused. We value plain language, practical outcomes, and strong relationships – with our clients and within our teams.
The Role
Based in Brisbane and reporting to the CFO, this is a key finance leadership role with end-to-end responsibility for the finance function.
You will ensure accurate financial reporting and statutory compliance in line with Australian Accounting Standards (AASB), while producing high‑quality monthly management accounts that clearly articulate underlying performance, including the identification and explanation of normalisation and non‑recurring adjustments.
You’ll remain hands-on across core accounting activities while leading, mentoring, and developing a capable finance team.
The office is currently based in Underwood and will relocate to South / Central Brisbane later this year.
What You’ll Own
- Full ownership of the general ledger, ensuring accounting integrity and compliance with AASB standards
- Preparation and delivery of monthly management accounts, including identification and explanation of normalisation, one‑off, and non‑recurring adjustments to support clear commercial decision‑making
- Delivery of Board reporting, statutory year‑end accounts, and audit processes
- Financial consolidation across acquired and organic entities
- Budgeting, forecasting, and cashflow management
- Oversight of accounts payable and receivable, maintaining strong working capital outcomes
- Management of audit, tax, and external advisor relationships
- Ownership of corporate insurance policies, including renewals, coverage reviews, and claims management
- Oversight of facilities management, including premises-related costs, controls, and supplier relationships
- Financial governance and oversight of the motor vehicle fleet, including leasing, costs, and policy compliance
- Commercial analysis to identify cost efficiencies, margin improvement, and performance gaps
- Leadership and development of a high‑performing finance team
- Driving continuous improvement in financial controls, processes, and reporting quality
About You
- Proven experience in a Financial Controller or Senior Finance Manager role
- Strong technical accounting capability with demonstrated experience applying AASB standards
- Highly capable in producing commercially meaningful management accounts, not just compliant ones
- A hands-on operator with strong attention to detail and ownership mindset
- Commercially astute – able to explain financial outcomes, adjustments, and risks in plain language
- Confident people leader who builds accountability and capability
- Experience managing audits, reporting cycles, and compliance obligations
- Ability to partner with senior leaders and influence outcomes
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M&A, integration, or multi‑entity experience will be highly regarded
What We Offer
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Competitive salary aligned to experience and performance
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Supportive, down-to-earth culture built on collaboration and respect
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Birthday leave: enjoy your special day off on us
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Wellbeing leave: take up to two days from your personal leave each year to support your wellbeing
- A growing, acquisitive national business offering ongoing challenge and opportunity
If you’re a commercially focused Financial Controller who values technical excellence and clarity in reporting, this is an opportunity worth exploring.
Apply now.
Please note: all shortlisted candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check as part of the recruitment process.
