Financial Controller

About the Role 

• Full-time, ongoing
• Located in Albury NSW
• Attractive Salary: From $145,000 to $154,000 (depending on skills/experience) plus 12% superannuation

Are you looking for career progression into a CFO role? Look no further!

Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Financial Controller will proactively lead the finance function and oversee reporting, budgeting, forecasting, financial controls, compliance and finance systems. This role suits a commercially minded and engaging finance leader who can provide clear insights, direction and support informed business decisions. There is also opportunity to develop towards a future CFO role.

About ATS 

Australian Target Systems (ATS) is a uniquely specialised Australian defence business and the nation’s most experienced provider of live fire target systems. With a legacy dating back over 60 years, ATS supports the Australian Defence Force by procuring, delivering, integrating and maintaining complex training systems used to prepare soldiers for operational readiness.

What makes ATS different is the direct connection between our work and the capability of Australia’s soldiers. Every Australian soldier deployed on active combat operations over the past 25 years has trained on systems installed by ATS. Our people combine technical expertise, defence-sector experience and a powerful sense of purpose to deliver systems that are trusted in high-consequence training environments.

Key Responsibilities 

• Provide strategic financial support to executive decision-making, investment prioritisation and long-term business planning.
• Leverage AI-enabled and generative reporting tools to improve reporting efficiency, scenario analysis, trend identification and the quality of business insights.
• Support strategic risk assessment by identifying financial, commercial and operational trends that may impact performance, governance or growth opportunities.
• Lead finance systems, process improvement and the day to day support of the finance team.
• Translate financial results into meaningful business insights by leading timely monthly reporting, variance analysis and performance commentary that drives performance.
• Shape the organisation’s financial outlook by leading budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and planning processes that support confident decision-making and future growth.
• Strengthen the financial foundations of the business by maintaining robust controls, approval processes and governance practices that protect performance and accountability.
• Guide critical reporting and compliance milestones, including month end, year-end, audit and statutory obligations, with accuracy, discipline and a focus on continuous improvement.
• Partner with operational teams to provide practical financial insight and advice.

About You 

• Effective communicator and stakeholder management skills, with a collaborative leadership style.
• Positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to be hands-on, support others and contribute to a cohesive finance team.
• Strong technical skills, including experience in ERP systems, high level excel capability, finance reporting tools and emerging technologies, with practical exposure to AI tools that support reporting, analysis or process improvement.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a senior finance, financial control, accounting or commercial finance role.
• Must hold a CPA, CA or equivalent professional qualification. Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline are highly regarded.
• Strong financial management, budgeting, forecasting, reporting, governance and risk management capability.
• Demonstrated capability and interest in career progression into a CFO role.
• Willingness to question the norm, challenge existing processes constructively and instigate practical improvements where they add value.
• Defence, multi entity, project based or operationally complex business experience is highly regarded.
• Australian citizenship, with the ability to obtain a baseline security clearance and pass a National Criminal History Check.

Why Join Us?

• We are a purpose driven, veteran owned private organisation committed to making a meaningful impact,
• You will be part of a collaborative and supportive team,
• We foster connection and culture through monthly team morning teas and regular opportunities to come together and celebrate wins,
• Access to career development and growth opportunities, working with team members who have over 20+ years of experience at the organisation,
• You may see the occasional dog pondering around the office and have access to home-made sweet treats from our staff and their family,
• We value Equal Employment Opportunity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences,
• Plus much, much more!

How to Apply 

Please submit a current resume (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, including how your skills and experience align to the responsibilities and expectations outlined above. 

Applications for this role close 11:59pm, Wednesday 26th August 2026.