APAC Senior Financial Controller
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APAC Senior Controller
Hybrid - West Melbourne, VIC
Global Manufacturing | Broad Regional Scope | Genuine Leadership Role
Competitive senior leadership package + bonus
Are you a senior finance leader looking for a role where you can truly own the region, shape the finance agenda, and be part of a global organisation investing heavily in innovation and growth?
This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-impact APAC controllership role within a world-class manufacturing business. You'll work across multiple countries, partner closely with a global leadership team, and play a central role in transforming and strengthening the financial operations across the region.
Why This Role Is Different
Most controllership roles are boxed in.
This one isn't.
You will:
Have a seat at the table with regional and global leaders.
Influence how the business operates across APAC.
Get exposure to global processes, compliance frameworks, and multi-country operations.
Lead and uplift a team that spans Australia and Asia.
Work in an environment where continuous improvement and operational excellence are genuinely part of the culture, not just buzzwords.
If you want scope, variety, and visibility - it's here.
The Opportunity
As the APAC Senior Controller, you will be responsible for the full controllership agenda across the region. This includes financial reporting, internal controls, compliance, and partnering closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and shared services teams.
You'll divide your time between:
Leading the regional financial control function
Strengthening compliance and governance
Supporting manufacturing operations and cost control
Driving transformation and better ways of working
Coaching and developing your team across multiple locations
This is a hybrid role based in West Melbourne - close enough to the action on-site, but with flexibility built in.
What You'll Be Doing
Own financial accuracy, compliance, and month-end performance
Oversee controls, accounting, and payroll governance across APAC
Ensure compliance with local laws, global policy, and international accounting standards
Partner with plant leadership and supply chain teams
Support cost accounting, inventory governance, and operational performance
Provide insights that drive efficiency and better financial outcomes
Contribute to global and regional finance transformation initiatives
Improve processes, systems, and controls
Build capability and coach teams across multiple countries
Engage directly with local and global senior leaders
Provide strategic advice and commercial insight
Represent APAC finance in global forums
What We're Looking For
You'll thrive in this role if you bring:
10+ years in financial control, accounting, or regulatory compliance
Exposure to manufacturing, industrial, or multi-site operational environments
Strong knowledge of US GAAP, local GAAP, SOX, and compliance frameworks
Experience working within global or multi-country structures
SAP or similar ERP knowledge is highly regarded
Ability to lead, develop, and empower teams
Strong communication and influencing skills
A hands-on approach when needed - but also the ability to operate at a strategic level
Curious, improvement-driven, and proactive
Comfortable with complexity
Able to balance detail with big-picture thinking
What's In It for You?
You'll join a business that genuinely supports its people, offering:
Hybrid and flexible working
Paid parental leave and wellbeing initiatives
Professional development and learning time
Discounts on products
A values-led culture based on ownership, trust, and continuous improvement
This is an organisation where finance is respected, your voice matters, and your work has real regional impact.