Who Are We? 

Are Media is Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women. Every day we influence, inform, inspire, and connect with 6 in 10 Australian women across magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, customer review sites, podcasts, events and experiences.  Our brands include The Australian Women’s Weekly, Better Homes & Gardens, Woman’s Day, marie claire, TV WEEK, New Idea, Now to Love, Australian Gourmet Traveller, BEAUTY/crew and ELLE. Through our Change AREgenda we drive meaningful and positive change for women.

Are Media employs Australia’s best content creation talent and we are proud that our greatest strength is our people. 

Why Are Media?   

Join Australia’s leading content company for women and be part of an inspiring, creative and collaborative team. We offer excellent people programs including:

• A day of leave for your birthday,
• 4 days of volunteering leave each year,
• An inclusive parental leave program that supports all parents, families & carers,
• FREE digital access to all our titles, and
• Our unique Are Media Learning Academy (Digital Academy, Lunch N Learns, Mentoring and much more).    

At Are Media, you'll be in the office four days a week, with one day to work from home. 

About the Role

Join Are Media's dynamic Finance team as a Financial Controller in this exciting maximum term full-time position based in Sydney. This role serves as a strategic financial partner to senior management, overseeing critical financial operations across Are Media's diverse portfolio of leading Australian brands. You'll play a pivotal role in driving financial excellence while supporting the company's continued growth in the rapidly evolving media landscape. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to a renowned media organization while advancing your career in a collaborative, fast-paced environment that values innovation and strategic thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements, management reports, and variance analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Lead the annual budgeting process and quarterly forecasting cycles, working closely with department heads to ensure accurate financial planning
• Monitor and manage daily cash flow, banking relationships, and working capital optimisation across all business units
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards (AASB), tax obligations, and coordinate external audit processes while maintaining internal controls
• Supervise and mentor junior finance staff, fostering professional development and maintaining high-performance standards
• Collaborate with operational teams to provide financial insights, cost analysis, and support for business development initiatives
• Drive continuous improvement in financial systems, processes, and reporting capabilities to enhance efficiency and accuracy

Skills & Experience

• CA/CPA qualification with 5+ years of financial controller or senior finance experience
• Advanced proficiency in financial systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems)
• Expert-level Excel skills and experience with financial modeling and analysis
• Strong knowledge of Australian accounting standards (AASB) and taxation requirements
• Proven experience in budget preparation, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Previous experience in media, publishing, or similar fast-paced industries preferred

Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. 

This role may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply now and send your CV & a covering letter via the link.