Australian Financial Controller

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress.

The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

As a leader within Alcoa, you can help fulfill our purpose and realise our vision to build a legacy of excellence for future generations.

Be part of the team that is helping shape a better workplace with the flexibility and equal opportunities that help everyone thrive.

You have the power to shape things and individuals to make them better.

We are seeking an experienced Financial Controller to join us for a 12-month fixed-term employment opportunity, leading our finance team across Australia and Asia.

This is a key leadership role for the region reporting to the Finance Director – Australia and serving as the financial conduit between operations and the regional finance structure.

About the Role

As the Australian Financial Controller, you will provide strong leadership, drive financial performance, and ensure compliance with statutory requirements.

You will oversee corporate Financial Accounting, Financial Shared Services (FSS), and Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) teams, delivering accurate reporting, robust governance, and strategic insights that enable value creation and robust long-term planning.

Key Responsibilities include:


* Lead the Australian finance team, fostering a high-performance culture.


* Drive financial strategy, planning, and compliance across Australian operations.


* Oversee consolidation of the Alcoa of Australia Ltd financials and associated statutory reporting, audits, and internal controls to maintain strong governance.


* Manage FP&A activities, including annual plans, forecasts, and long-term financial strategies.


* Provide expert financial analysis and insights to senior management for decision-making.


* Oversee statutory reporting, audits, and internal controls to maintain strong governance.


* Optimize FSS function to deliver efficient and cost-effective accounting services.


* Collaborate closely with Alcoa Corporation global finance teams on reporting, planning, and benchmarking.

What’s on offer


* A competitive executive salary that reflects the strategic impact of your role.


* Flexible hybrid working options available.


* Alcoa Live Well program offering travel, lifestyle, health and wellbeing discounts.


* Connect and be part of a community that celebrates diversity through our employee inclusion groups.

What you can bring to the role


* Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance; CA/CPA qualification essential.


* 10–15 years’ experience in finance within Mining, Manufacturing, or Oil & Gas industries, including 5+ years in leadership roles.


* Proven ability to lead change, build relationships, and influence outcomes at senior levels.


* Strong technical accounting skills with deep knowledge of cost dr...