Financial Controller

About Hub Australia:

 

Hub Australia provides premium workspaces, business networks, and services across 16 locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth. Founded and headquartered in Melbourne, Hub has grown to become the largest privately-owned coworking operator in Australia, with over 120 staff and over 8500 members ranging from small business and government to non-profit and corporations. 

 

Established in 2011, Hub is a Certified B-Corporation and the first coworking space in Australia to be certified Carbon Neutral with Climate Active. Hub is a fun, energetic, and dynamic environment with plenty of room for growth – as we continue to build the best place to create, share, and work with others, there’s a perfect place for you to grow with us.

Lead governance. Drive financial integrity. Shape the future of a growing national business.

We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded Financial Controller to lead Hub Australia’s finance function and provide the governance, structure, and technical expertise that underpin our national operations.

Reporting directly to the Co-CEOs, this role will oversee financial reporting, compliance, audit, treasury, finance operations, and internal controls across a growing multi-site portfolio. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring Hub operates with strong financial discipline while providing executive leadership and the Board with accurate, timely, and well-governed financial insights.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys balancing technical excellence with commercial oversight, team leadership, and continuous improvement.

What your day-to-day will look like (but not limited to!):

• Lead Hub’s financial reporting function, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and integrity across all entities and reporting obligations
• Oversee month-end and year-end close processes, balance sheet management, and technical accounting matters including revenue recognition and lease accounting
• Manage finance operations including AR, AP, cash flow, debtor management, and working capital optimisation
• Drive governance, risk management, internal controls, and compliance across tax, audit, and statutory obligations
• Partner with executive leadership on budgeting, forecasting, Board reporting, and strategic financial decision-making
• Lead relationships with auditors, landlord partners, external advisors, and key financial stakeholders
• Develop and mentor the finance team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Is CA or CPA qualified with 5-7+ years’ experience in a Financial Controller or senior finance leadership role
• Brings strong technical accounting expertise across financial reporting, compliance, and governance
• Has experience leading finance operations in a multi-site or property-related business environment
• Is commercially minded with strong capability across budgeting, forecasting, and financial oversight
• Communicates confidently with executives, Boards, auditors, and non-finance stakeholders
• Has a proactive, solutions-focused leadership style with strong attention to detail and accountability
• Understands how to build scalable finance processes and drive operational improvement in growing businesses

Why you should join us: 

• Lead a high-impact finance function in a fast-growing national business
• Work closely with executive leadership and contribute directly to strategic decision-making
• Be part of a collaborative, values-led culture that supports growth, ownership, and innovation
• Join ranks with some of Australia's top organisations, certified as a Great Place to Work™
• Contribute to a B Corp and certified carbon-neutral organisation, committed to making a positive impact on society and the environment
• Enjoy wellness and lifestyle perks, birthday leave, paid volunteer leave to support your work-life balance

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Keen to join but don’t tick all the boxes? Apply Anyway!



We understand that skills and potential don't always fit neatly into a checklist. If you're passionate about this role but don't meet every single requirement, we still want to hear from you. Your unique experience and enthusiasm could be just what we're looking for!



At Hub Australia, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we are committed to providing an environment where everyone is welcomed, respected, and supported. We encourage applicants of all backgrounds, identities, abilities and experiences to apply, as we strive to reflect the communities we serve.

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