Group Financial Controller

Company Overview

Founded in 1987, DCOH is a reputable construction and development firm operating in residential, commercial, hospitality, and real estate sectors. The company has a strong record of delivering complex projects, including award-winning work like the Charles Darwin University Danala Education and Community Precinct, which earned the 2025 National Master Builders Award of Excellence. Operating in the Northern Territory and Victoria, DCOH emphasizes buildability, project schedule certainty, and robust on-site execution.

Role Summary

This position, based in Darwin, offers a leadership role providing financial oversight across the DCOH Group. The successful candidate will report to the CFO, managing financial reporting, governance, compliance, operations, and risk management, while leading the finance team. You will collaborate closely with the CFO and business leaders to enhance financial performance, strengthen controls, and facilitate sound strategic decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage group month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring timely consolidated reports and statutory financial statements.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, tax obligations, audits, and regulatory reporting.
• Oversee accounting operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll, treasury, revenue recognition, and cost accounting.
• Maintain and enhance financial controls, governance structures, accounting policies, and procedures throughout the Group.
• Supervise balance sheet reconciliations to guarantee accuracy in financial records and reporting.
• Deliver financial analyses and insights to support strategic planning and improve business performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the finance team to foster high performance with a focus on accountability and execution.
• Drive initiatives promoting continuous improvement in finance systems, reporting, controls, and operational workflows.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities across the organisation.
• Collaborate with business unit finance leads to align financial practices and governance standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with auditors, banking institutions, advisers, and internal stakeholders.
• Promote a culture of professionalism and continuous improvement in line with DCOH's Code of Conduct.

Qualifications and Experience

• Certified Chartered Accountant (CA), Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), or equivalent postgraduate qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
• At least 10 years of progressive experience in accounting and finance, including senior leadership roles.
• Expertise in technical accounting standards such as AASB and IFRS, taxation, and statutory reporting compliance.
• Proven track record managing audits, governance frameworks, and financial control environments.
• Extensive experience with banking, cash flow management, and financial risk oversight.
• Strong commercial insight with the ability to analyze financial results and identify improvement opportunities.
• Experience leading, developing, and motivating high-performing finance teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities, with influencing and collaboration skills across all organizational levels.
• Strong skills in analysis, problem-solving, and driving process enhancements.
• Prior experience in construction, property development, hospitality, or project-driven environments is highly desirable.

Why Join DCOH?

• Senior leadership role offering wide-ranging business exposure with influence over strategic decisions.
• Opportunity for career advancement within a growing company.
• Work across diversified industries including construction, development, hospitality, and property sectors.
• Be part of a certified Great Place to Work® organisation with a culture of innovation backed by contemporary technology and efficient processes.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in finance systems, controls, and reporting.
• Relocation support is available for suitable candidates.
• Enjoy Darwin’s attractive lifestyle with waterfront access, year-round outdoor activities, minimal traffic, and strong work-life balance.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit their CV along with a cover letter outlining their qualifications and addressing the specified criteria.