Group Financial Controller

BioCina is a global end-to-end contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) serving clients with biologics and small molecule products. BioCina provides unparalleled quality and industry‑leading reliability and client centricity. BioCina operates two state‑of‑the‑art facilities in Adelaide, South Australia, and Perth, Western Australia, servicing clients across the world. What are we seeking? We are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Group Financial Controller to join our growing Finance Team. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a fast‑paced and rapidly evolving industry. Based in Perth, the individual will work with both Perth and Adelaide facilities, partnering across the Group. What will this role do? This role is responsible for managing and executing the organisation's corporate finance, financial accounting, and tax. Overseeing a finance team (Accounts Payable and Accountant) across two sites (Adelaide and Perth) you will ensure accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls, timely month‑end processes, cash management support, and compliance with statutory and internal requirements. The position provides trusted financial insights to the CFO and senior leadership and supports continuous improvement across financial processes, systems, and reporting. Manage end‑to‑end financial accounting processes, including month‑end, quarter‑end and year‑end close. Lead the consolidation of financial accounting information for the BioCina group, including elimination of intra‑Group balances and preparation of accurate Group results. Oversee fixed asset registers, capitalisation, depreciation, and asset verification activities. Ensure compliance with accounting standards (AASB / IFRS) and relevant tax, payroll, and statutory obligations. Coordinate external audit activities, acting as the primary contact for auditors and providing required documentation. Maintain and enhance internal controls, financial governance frameworks, and documentation in line with CFO requirements. Work with the CFO to develop and oversee financial calendar to ensure all statutory financial, management and tax compliance deadlines are met. Tax Preparation Management Accounting & Corporate Finance Support Support the CFO and Group FP&A Principal with budgeting, reforecasting, cost modelling and financial analysis. Partner with CFO and Group FP&A Principal to develop and maintain site‑level cost reporting and KPIs, including manufacturing and overhead cost tracking. Analyse financial data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and recommendations for improved performance. Treasury, Cash Flow & Working Capital Management Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable processes through the team. Monitor cash flow, working capital cycles, and banking transactions. Ensure supplier payments, customer invoicing, and receivables management follow appropriate controls. Support the CFO with banking relationships and treasury reporting. Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching and direction to the AP Officer and Accountant across both sites. Identify opportunities to streamline processes, systems, reports, and workflows across finance functions. Support the implementation of new finance systems or enhancements to existing ones. Improve data quality, standardisation, and reporting outputs across two sites. What are the qualifications? Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance or related discipline. What attributes are we seeking? Proven experience in financial and management accounting roles within a complex or multi‑site organisation, with a preference for candidates that have worked within a manufacturing environment. Strong working knowledge of month‑end, financial statements, reconciliations, and management reporting. Experience supervising or mentoring finance staff. Familiarity with accounting standards, tax compliance, and audit processes. Experience with ERP systems, financial modelling, and data analysis tools. As this role covers two sites, an ability to travel between Perth and Adelaide sites as needed is an advantage. Capacity to manage complex decision‑making, competing priorities, and time‑critical deliverables. #J-18808-Ljbffr