Financial Controller at Early Childhood Management Services

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Compliance, Audit Management, Team Leadership, Coaching, Financial Insights, Cash Flow Management, Treasury Management, Continuous Improvement, Not-for-Profit Experience, Commercial Acumen, Stakeholder Communication, Internal Controls, Regulatory Compliance, People-Centred Leadership, Technical Expertise

Industry

Non-profit Organization Management

Description

Join the ECMS Team: Financial Controller Lead with purpose and shape the future with ECMS ECMS is a for-purpose, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to fostering lifelong learning for Victoria’s children, families and communities. With 76 early learning services across Melbourne and a workforce of over 1100 people, everything we do is grounded in quality, equity and child safety. We’re seeking an experienced and values-led Financial Controller to lead our finance function and support the long-term sustainability of ECMS. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, this senior leadership role is responsible for ensuring strong financial governance, accurate reporting and meaningful financial insights that support informed decision-making across the organisation. This is an opportunity to combine technical excellence with people-centred leadership in an organisation where your work directly contributes to positive outcomes for children and communities. What will you do? - Lead, coach and develop a high-performing finance team across accounting, AP and AR. - Own the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of all financial reporting, including month-end, year-end and statutory reporting. - Establish and maintain a strong internal control environment and ensure compliance with AASB, ACNC and other regulatory requirements. - Manage the end-to-end external audit process and act as the primary liaison with auditors and regulators. - Provide high-quality financial insights and advice to the CFO, Executive and Finance Risk & Compliance Committee. - Oversee cash flow, treasury, investments and banking relationships, ensuring liquidity and effective working capital management. - Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes and data quality. More about you - CA or CPA qualified with extensive experience in senior finance leadership roles. - Strong technical expertise in financial reporting, controls, compliance and audit management. - A people-first leader who enjoys coaching, developing and leading teams through change. - Excellent commercial acumen and ability to translate complex financial information for non-finance stakeholders. - Experience in the not-for-profit, education or early years sector (or Big 4 background) is highly regarded. - Willing to obtain a Police Check and Working with Children Check. Why ECMS? - We offer award winning professional development opportunities including unlimited access to online resources, in house practice coaching team, annual conference and PD days. - We're committed to making a positive impact in our communities – we’re a proud place based, for purpose, not for profit, who put people at the centre of our work. - Generous salary and salary packaging, hybrid work from home options. - Generous benefits – 50% childcare discount, discounts to hundreds of major retailers, paid parental leave, funded first aid and monthly RDO. - We have a supportive and inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated – 84% of our team recommend ECMS as a great place to work! Join us in shaping the future of early education! ECMS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. Successful applicants are required to adhere to our child safe practices and policies located on our website. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from diverse communities and backgrounds are encouraged. If you're passionate about early childhood education and care, and you're looking for a rewarding career with a supportive and inclusive organisation, we encourage you to apply today! Applications close 13th January 2026.

Responsibilities

The Financial Controller will lead the finance function, ensuring strong financial governance and accurate reporting. This role involves managing the finance team, overseeing financial insights, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.