Financial Controller

Company Description

Our client is a leader in EV charging infrastructure and fleet electrification, providing cutting-edge solutions for large-scale fleet operators transitioning to zero-emission transport. As a trusted partner in the industry, we specialize in charge management systems, energy optimization, and technical consulting to ensure seamless EV infrastructure deployment. We work with some of the largest fleets globally, solving complex technical challenges to enable a smooth transition to electric mobility.

Job Description

We’re looking for a meticulous, strategic, and systems-savvy Financial Controller to build and own the financial operations backbone of our client. This is a high-impact role responsible for ensuring financial hygiene, accurate and timely reporting, budget ownership, multi-regional compliance, and streamlined coordination with external partners. You’ll support executive decision-making while enabling operational scale and financial clarity across the business.

Success in This Role

In the first 12–18 months, success will be defined by the Financial Controller’s ability to establish and maintain a robust, scalable financial operations framework that supports our client’s international growth. Key indicators of success include:

• Timely and Accurate Financial Operations: Ensure all financial processes, including monthly close, are completed within five business days with zero material errors, across multiple jurisdictions.

• Reliable Financial Reporting and Forecasting: Deliver accurate P&L, balance sheet, and variance reports on a monthly basis using tools like Joiin and Syft, with forecasting accuracy of at least 95%.

• Budget Ownership and Reforecasting: Lead the annual budgeting process with cross-departmental input, and maintain a rolling 12-month forecast updated quarterly.

• Management of External Financial Partners: Oversee and evaluate performance of external bookkeepers, payroll providers, and tax agents in Australia, the UK, the US, and Canada.

• Financial Systems and Workflow Optimization: Ensure the finance stack (Xero, Syft, Joiin, Rippling, Airwallex) is integrated and functioning efficiently to support reliable reporting and workflows.

• Lender and Investor Compliance: Prepare and deliver all lender and investor reports accurately and on time, with zero rework required.

• Board-Level Financial Insights: Produce high-quality ad hoc financial analyses within 72 hours to support executive and board-level decision-making.

• Grant Compliance and Submissions: Lead the submission of R&D claims and grant-related documentation, ensuring 100% on-time compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute all aspects of financial operations, including month-end close, accounts payable/receivable, cash flow management, and consolidation across entities.

• Develop and maintain robust internal controls, compliance protocols, and documentation in line with global accounting standards.

• Own the financial planning and analysis (FP&A) function: budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and KPI tracking.

• Serve as the primary liaison for external accounting firms, tax advisors, and payroll providers across international jurisdictions.

• Oversee the integrity and performance of finance systems and integrations (Xero, Joiin, Syft, Rippling, Airwallex).

• Provide timely financial reports and strategic insights to the CEO, COO, board, and investors.

• Prepare all lender, grant, and regulatory submissions with precision and timeliness.

• Continuously assess and improve financial processes and workflows to support scale and efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance role, ideally within a high-growth SaaS or recurring revenue environment.

• Proven expertise in managing multi-entity accounting across different countries, currencies, and compliance regimes.

• Demonstrated success overseeing outsourced finance functions such as bookkeeping, tax preparation, and payroll administration.

• Advanced knowledge of financial systems including Xero, Joiin, Syft, Rippling, Airwallex, and strong proficiency in Google Sheets.

• Deep understanding of SaaS metrics (e.g., ARR/MRR, churn, burn multiple) and financial modeling best practices.

• Exceptional attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.

• Excellent communication skills with a proven ability to convey financial insights to non-finance stakeholders.

• Bonus: Experience with R&D tax incentive programs (e.g., AusIndustry) and clean-tech financial compliance

Additional Information

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Our client Values Fit

• Ruthlessly Honest: You operate with integrity, clarity, and accountability.

• Ecoactive Purpose: You're aligned with our goal to decarbonize transport systems.

• Customer-Led: You understand how financial clarity drives customer success.

• Builder’s Mindset: You don’t wait for perfect systems— you improve what’s in front of you.

• Team First: You support others, elevate your peers, and leave ego at the door.

Key Performance Indicators (First 6–12 Months)

• Monthly Close Time: ≤ 5 business days

• Forecast Accuracy: ≥ 80% (3-month rolling)

• Time to Invoice: < 2 business days post-service

• AR Days Outstanding: < 30 days

• Cash Reporting: Weekly, 100% accuracy

• R&D Submissions: 100% on-time and compliant

• Lender Reporting: 100% timely and CEO-approved

Tools & Systems You'll Use

• Finance: Xero, Joiin, Syft, Rippling, Airwallex

• Workflow: ClickUp, Slack, Google Workspace

• External Support: Regional accountants and tax agents (AU, UK, US, CA), Bookkeeping partner (Charternet)