Group Financial Controller

Join our Coastal Dental Care Network Support Team!

Coastal Dental Care is a network of privately owned dental practices, run by dentists. With over 300 employees and contractors across 18 locations from South Brisbane to Northern NSW, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional patient care to our local communities. Our family-oriented business is one of continual growth, striving to deliver a positive perception of dentistry through practice pride, performance, and passion.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced and commercially minded finance leader to join our Head Office team in Southport as Group Financial Controller.

In this pivotal leadership role, you’ll take ownership of the Group’s financial framework and ensure integrity across reporting, compliance, and systems. You’ll lead the finance team, refine processes, and build scalable structures that enable informed decision-making and support the Group’s long-term growth. Your work will influence how the business manages performance, risk, and strategic planning, making you a trusted partner to senior stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the Group’s financial control framework, general ledger, and reporting integrity
• Lead month-end, quarterly, and year-end reporting, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Contribute as a key member of the management team by providing clear financial insights to support informed decision-making
• Oversee cash flow, working capital, payroll, and contractor financial arrangements
• Ensure compliance with tax, payroll, and regulatory obligations
• Strengthen financial systems, controls, and reporting tools (including BI platforms)
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team

About You

You are a confident finance leader who combines technical expertise with commercial judgement. You’re comfortable in the detail but equally capable of stepping back to see the bigger picture.

• CPA or CA qualified
• Senior experience in financial control or group accounting roles
• Strong technical accounting and financial reporting capability
• Proven leadership of month-end, statutory reporting, and budgeting processes
• Experience managing cash flow, balance sheets, and working capital
• Demonstrated experience leading and developing finance teams
• Advanced Excel and experience with financial systems and reporting tools
• Ability to communicate complex financial information clearly to senior stakeholders
• Strong attention to detail and ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Hold full Australian Work Rights
• Experience in a multi-entity or multi-site environment which includes shared clinic ownership models (desirable).
• Exposure to Power BI or similar BI tools (desirable)

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package of $140k-$160k + super, depending on experience
• Access to the Employment Hero perks platform (cashback, gift cards, novated leasing & more)
• Dental discounts for you and your family
• Loyalty leave and long-service recognition
• Ongoing training, PD days & annual awards
• Supportive, fun and friendly team culture
• Employee Referral Program
• Access to EAP Assist – our workplace wellness program offering confidential support, guidance, and resources

Apply

If this sounds like you, please click the "Apply" button and follow the prompts. For more information about this opportunity, contact our team at talent@coastaldentalcare.com.au - we welcome candidate conversations.