Financial Controller (Compliance, Tax, Treasury & Regulation)

Financial Controller (Compliance, Tax, Treasury & Regulation)

LegalVision is a market disruptor in the commercial legal services industry. Our mission is to power the success of every business by delivering legal support that is proactive, affordable and commercial, and the key way we do this is through our industry-first legal services membership.

We have assisted over 200,000 businesses across New Zealand, Australia and the UK, and we’re just scratching the surface. We were named Law Firm of the Year at the 2021 and 2022 Australasian Law Awards, and a 5 Star Employer of Choice by Australasian Lawyer in 2023.

The Opportunity

Are you a seasoned financial professional with a passion for compliance, tax, and regulatory matters? Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy rolling up your sleeves to drive impactful financial outcomes? LegalVision, a leader in innovative legal services, is seeking a hands-on Financial Controller to join our team and oversee financial operations across three jurisdictions.

This is a newly created role designed for an ambitious hands-on individual who can combine strategic thinking with operational execution. If you're looking to be part of a growing, dynamic business that is reshaping the legal landscape, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do: As Financial Controller, you will:

• Full-time permanent role
• Lead compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to financial regulations across all jurisdictions.
• Manage and optimize tax planning and reporting processes, including indirect taxes (e.g., VAT, GST).
• Oversee treasury operations, ensuring effective cash flow management and currency risk mitigation.
• Establish and maintain financial controls to meet regulatory requirements.
• Partner with external auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.
• Prepare annual statutory accounts for Australia and the UK
• Investor relations
• Develop and implement policies for financial compliance and risk management.
• Support strategic decision-making with financial insights and data analysis.

What We're Looking For:

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA/CA qualification is essential.
• 5+ years of experience in financial control, compliance, or similar roles, ideally in professional services or a multinational environment.
• Strong knowledge of tax, regulatory, and compliance frameworks in Australia, the UK, and New Zealand.
• Proficiency in treasury management, including FX exposure and liquidity planning.
• Hands-on experience with financial systems and controls.
• Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• A proactive and adaptable mindset to thrive in a growing organization.
• Having worked with private equity is a bonus. 

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• The chance to make a tangible impact in a high-growth business.
• Hybrid role

If this sounds like your next challenge, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and be part of LegalVision's journey to transform the legal services industry.