_{23rd January, 2026}

At Kongsberg Defence Australia (KDAu), we are proud to be building sovereign capability right here in Australia. Join us to be part of part of a something meaningful, playing an essential role in delivering mission-critical projects and advanced defence systems in close collaboration with our global colleagues and local industry partners.

We are currently seeking an experienced Group Financial Controller to manage the day-to-day financial operations and reporting of the business, ensuring strong governance, accurate reporting, and compliance in a complex, regulated environment. 

This is a senior, hands-on role that works closely with senior leadership, providing high- quality financial oversight and advise. 

  
About the role:
As a Group Financial Controller, you will:

• Prepare and present accurate monthly financial reports for senior leadership and parent company.
• Oversee, process and review journal entries, accruals, and reconciliations in accordance with accounting standards.
• Implement business process improvements aimed at increasing compliance and achieving efficiencies across the business.
• Manage ERP (LN) and develop subject matter expertise in general ledger management, supporting issue resolution, and managing the ERP mapping scheme.
• Lead departmental forecasting processes and annual rates development.
• Oversee and support accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring timely invoicing and payment cycles.
• Manage end-to-end payroll processing, including superannuation, leave entitlements, and compliance with Fair Work, state payroll tax and ATO reporting obligations (in-house or 3rd party). 
• Maintain and improve internal financial controls, systems, and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure data integrity.
• Provide mentorship to members of the Finance Team, fostering a high performance culture.

  
What you'll Bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance and Accounting.
• Membership of accounting professional organisation such as CPA or CA.
• Minimum 5 years’ of experience as a Group Finance Controller, Head of Finance in similar foreign owned companies in complex environments.
• Experience in mid-level accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB).
• Experience working with ERP systems (e.g. SAP, LN, Oracle).
• Experience performing monthly, quarterly and annual financial reporting activities, financial planning & analysis, and financial controls.
• Experience in the use of the Microsoft Office 365 products suite with extensive knowledge and skills in Excel.

 Mandatory Requirements:  

• Must be able to access information controlled under the US International Traffic of Arms Regulations (ITAR). 
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an Australian security clearance.

  
Why Join Us:
We are committed to being an employer of choice. Our Employee Value Proposition (EVP) offers industry-leading benefits including:

• Generous paid parental leave (26 weeks primary carer / 4 weeks secondary carer)
• 5 weeks annual leave and additional leave options.
• Above-superannuation guarantee employer contribution.
• Access to the WhereFit program, providing exclusive discounts on health, fitness, wellbeing, and lifestyle services.
• Ongoing professional development, training, and career pathways.

For more information or to have a confidential discussion please contact us at kdauhr@kongsberg.com.

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