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| POSITION DESCRIPTION | PROPERTY INDUSTRY MAY 2008 |
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Divisional/Business Unit Financial Controller |
| Position Code: | 3310 | | Career Level: | 6 |
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Responsible for
Controlling the Finance and Accounting strategies, methods, practices and procedures of a Division/Business Unit. |
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Reports To
Corporate Finance Manager or Divisional Executive. |
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Supervises
Financial/Management Accountants, Accounting department staff and other support staff. |
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Main Activities
Preparing and presenting long term financial forecasts in relation to developing future strategies for the Division/Business Unit.
Providing analysis and commentary regarding accounts and financial reports within the Division/Business Unit.
Compiling and presenting information on costs and contribution by department and product.
Ensuring that all activities related to the Division/Business Unit's function comply with relevant federal and state government legislation.
Monitoring closely the financial status and exposures of the Division/Business Unit, and providing advice to Senior Management where appropriate.
Collating budgets, monitoring and reporting on performance.
Liaising with senior Accounting staff and coordinating activities within the Division/Business Unit.
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Key Skills
Sound experience in Finance and Accounting in a corporate environment.
Ability to organise and control large accounting systems.
Leadership and analytical skills.
Excellent communication skills.
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Internal Contacts
Finance & Administration staff, Divisional Managers, Sales & Marketing staff. |
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External Contacts
External Auditors, Government Officials, Bank Officials, Customers and Suppliers. |
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Typical Experience
At least 7 - 10 years of relevant experience, coupled with relevant tertiary qualifications and membership of professional Accounting and/or Financial institutions. |
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Other Comments
The role organises and supervises Accounting activities to maintain control and accuracy in transactions on a Divisional/Business Unit basis and has considerable strategic responsibility. |
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