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Why join Schindler?

At Schindler we are all about our culture! We focus on supporting our employees to meet their full potential by careful selection and constant development to make them a leader in their area. You will have the opportunity to grow and develop both personally and professionally whilst working with a great bunch of people. We offer job stability to our employees as we focus on promoting from within and foresee a growth trajectory of our business in the coming years.

About the role

We have an opportunity for an experienced Financial Controller to join our finance team based in our Sydney Branch. Reporting to the Head of Controlling, this role is responsible for providing the NSW & ACT branches with effective operational reporting, analysis and controls to ensure the financial integrity of the business.

This position requires a significant amount of interaction with key stakeholders across the business, so relationship building and effective communication is a must.

This package includes!

• Competitive package with bonus!
• A work/life balance organisation - culture-first approach
• A great learning environment with local and global team
• Access to staff discount scheme
• A wide variety of social activities – even a day off for your birthday!
• Onsite Parking

Key Accountabilities

• Managing month end processes from start to finish
• Monthly analysis and reporting to Branch Management and Head Office
• Forecasting and budgeting controls for the branches
• Guidance to local team in relation to monthly tasks & processes
• Driving debtor collection with credit collection team

Role Requirements

• Agile business partnering
• Be able to effectively communicate with key stakeholders across the business
• Qualifications in Business or Accounting/Finance or related discipline
• CPA preferred
• Proven experience (5+ years) in a similar Financial controller / Management accountancy role within the lift, construction, services or associated industries
• Strong presentation and negotiation / influencing skills / multi-dimensional thinking
• Outstanding customer service etiquette
• Excellent time management, planning and analytical skills, with a strong attention to detail
• Experience with SAP or other ERP systems

About Schindler

Schindler Lifts Australia is part of the Schindler Group, one of the top elevator companies in the world, spanning 100 countries with more than 64,000 employees worldwide. We are one of the largest suppliers of new elevators, escalators and moving walkways in Australia today, employing over 1,200 employees who design install, service and modernise urban transport systems for almost every building type. At Schindler, we differentiate ourselves with our modern technology and innovative people.

How to apply

If you are seeking an opportunity to join a Global Industry Leader and believe that you possess the required skills and qualifications to succeed in this role, click on the "Apply" button and complete for a confidential discussion regarding the position.

We support diversity and inclusion in all our workplaces; women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people with a multicultural background or a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Please note we do not accept applications from recruitment agents for any position, this includes those that are submitted directly to the company or where the recruiter has contacted a manager