Job Description
Head of Finance (Financial Controller) - Melbourne
If you enjoy building foundations, implementing structure and helping a growing business perform at a higher level, we’d love to hear from you.
Who we are:
At StudioHawk, there are no generalists here; just damn good SEOs.
Our mission? To deliver the best SEO, simply.
We’re a multi‑award‑winning SEO agency, proudly specialised and globally recognised. As a cast of wholesome nerds, we’re passionate about search, obsessed with learning, and genuinely kind people who care about doing great work together.
We believe in:
Create WOW
We go beyond expected, crafting moments that surprise, delight, and inspire.
Continuous Growth and Learning
Always improving, always curious, nerdy for knowledge.
Humble Hawks Take Accountability
We own it and lift each other up.
We Have Each Other’s Backs
Because teamwork isn’t a buzzword here.
We’re also proud of the recognition we’ve earned along the way:
Global Agency Awards - Best Agency Culture
2x SEMRush Agency of the Year
4x APAC Search Awards - Best Large SEO Agency
Global Digital Excellence Awards - Standout SEO Agency of the Year
We have a global team, with offices across Melbourne, Sydney, London, and Atlanta.
And we’re stoked to work with 400+ amazing brands, including New Balance, Officeworks, The Good Guys, Cue, Aje Athletica, Petstock, The Reject Shop, and many more.
But our ‘why’ extends beyond business. From offering employment opportunities to those often overlooked, to boosting client success, to partnering with the Lighthouse Foundation, we’re all about creating a positive impact in everything we do.
We’re not generalists. We’re SEO experts who care deeply about the craft, and about the people behind it.
What you’ll do:
StudioHawk is entering its next phase of maturity.
We are a global SEO agency operating across Australia, the UK and the US. Over the past few years we’ve scaled quickly. Now we need to rebuild and strengthen the financial foundations that support that growth.
We’re looking for a Financial Controller who can:
Develop, stabilise and continuously improve our finance function in Australia
Strengthen financial governance, controls and visibility
Design and build a sustainable internal finance capability
Provide clear commercial insight to support better decision‑making
Establish strong foundations that enable future scale
The first 3–6 months will be hands‑on, focused on building structure, improving clarity and embedding disciplined processes.
This role requires someone comfortable working in the details while shaping a stronger long‑term framework.
First 6 months:
Enhance month‑end close processes and reporting reliability
Strengthen balance sheet integrity and reconciliation discipline
Implement and embed structured cashflow forecasting
Improve working capital management and financial visibility
Refine approval workflows, delegation frameworks and governance standards
Deliver a clear finance development and capability roadmap
Conduct a structured profitability review to identify margin improvement opportunities and implement practical short‑term performance enhancements
Beyond 6 months:
Design and build a sustainable internal finance capability
Improve profitability visibility and performance reporting
Strengthen forecasting accuracy and commercial insight
Partner with leadership to support margin improvement and strategic decisions
Establish scalable systems and processes that support growth
What success looks like:
Accurate, reliable and timely financial reporting
Strong financial governance and structured oversight
Clear cashflow visibility and improved working capital discipline
Reduced process friction and improved system clarity
Improved margin performance and financial insight
Finance operating as a trusted strategic and operational partner
Who you are:
What matters most is your mindset.
You’re someone who:
Has experience strengthening or building a finance function
Are comfortable working in the detail while shaping long‑term structure
Understand the economics of professional services environments
Value governance, clarity and disciplined processes
Can introduce structure without unnecessary complexity
Communicate financial insight clearly to non‑finance stakeholders
Take ownership of outcomes and focus on measurable improvement
Must haves:
CA or CPA qualified (or equivalent)
Proven experience leading finance teams and improving systems
Strong commercial acumen and ability to influence at all levels
Resilient, detail‑oriented, and pragmatic under pressure
Background in digital, media, agency or professional services is a bonus
What you’ll get:
When you join StudioHawk, you’re getting a career and company that invests in your success.
High‑growth, global business
Direct access to Founder & GM
Ability to shape finance from the ground up
Real influence on profitability
Birthday leave & surprise, because you deserve to be celebrated.
Health and wellness initiatives to keep you feeling your best.
Daily breakfast to fuel your brain, not just your workload.
Regular team events, activities & lunches; from trivia to axe‑throwing, we love good vibes.
Monthly physio sessions/massages.
And so much more.
WOW moments - we celebrate wins with gifts, trips, and gratitude.
A reputation and brand you’ll be proud to stand behind.
Salary & Compensation:
We believe in transparency - here’s what this role offers:
Base salary: AUD $140,000 to $180,000 + superannuation (depending on experience & technical ability)
And so much more… that you will have to see for yourself.
So, ready to soar with the Hawks?
Now that you know about us, it’s time for us to know a little more about you.
If you’re excited about the opportunity to contribute to the success of StudioHawk, passionate about growth, and ready to create WOW,
we can’t wait to meet you.
Apply now and tell us in your cover letter:
Why you want to join StudioHawk
What impact you want to make in your next role
What makes you a wholesome nerd
Let’s soar to new heights together.
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