Finance Manager / Financial Controller (Hillsdale)

About the business and the role Ambient Services Group is a leading commercial asset maintenance provider servicing metropolitan Sydney. We operate behind the scenes within some of the city’s most prominent commercial buildings, delivering long-term facilities maintenance solutions, strategic asset management and responsive technical services. With annual turnover exceeding $20 million, we operate across two core divisions:
- Projects: Design, construction and major mechanical services projects.
- Service: Planned maintenance, reactive service and integrated facilities management. We are entering an exciting growth phase and are seeking an experienced Finance Manager / Financial Controller to take ownership of our finance function and work closely with the Directors to drive financial performance across the business. Key Responsibilities Financial Management
- Prepare monthly management reports including P&L;'s, Balance Sheets and Cashflow Forecasts.
- Assist with annual budgets and financial planning.
- Monitor business performance and provide commercial insights to management.
- Prepare financial analysis and reporting for Directors.
- Manage relationships with external accountants, banks and advisors.
- Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements. Accounts:
- Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
- Manage debtor collections and supplier payments.
- Perform bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Manage payroll and associated compliance obligations.
- Prepare and lodge BAS, PAYG and Superannuation requirements.
- Maintain the integrity of financial data and accounting systems. Project & Service Division Support
- Monitor project profitability and work-in-progress (WIP).
- Assist with revenue recognition and progress claim reporting.
- Support Project Managers and Service Managers with financial reporting.
- Analyse job performance and identify opportunities to improve profitability.
- Manage cashflow forecasting across both divisions. About You The ideal candidate will possess:
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a Finance Manager, Financial Controller or Senior Accounting role.
- Strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll functions.
- Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports.
- Advanced Xero and Microsoft Excel skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Robust commercial acumen and attention to detail.
- Ability to operate autonomously and take ownership of outcomes. Highly Desirable
- Experience within construction, building services, facilities maintenance or project-based businesses.
- Understanding of progress claims, WIP reporting, subcontractor management and project accounting.
- CPA or CA qualification (or working towards) Why Join Ambient?
- Join a growing and highly respected building services business.
- Work directly with the Directors and influence business decisions.
- Take ownership of the finance function and drive improvements.
- Attractive salary package with long-term career growth opportunities.
- Supportive team culture with genuine opportunity to make an impact. If you're looking for a role where you can combine hands-on accounting with strategic financial leadership, we'd love to hear from you. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rdl0f