Finance Director Job


Location: 

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Employment Type:  Regular
Category:  Finance and Accounting
Posting Date:  Sep 10, 2025

About Us:

At Bostik, we are a global leader in innovative adhesive solutions, dedicated to creating products that enhance everyday life and drive industry standards forward. We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where creativity and collaboration thrive. Join us and become part of a forward-thinking company that invests in your growth and empowers you to make a difference, offering exciting opportunities to contribute to cutting-edge projects as we work together to shape the future of adhesive technology.

Role Overview:

As our Finance Director, you are responsible for leading the financial strategy and alignment with the broader corporate objectives. This role oversees all aspects of financial planning, budgeting, budgeting, forecasting and analysis to support sustainable growth and informed decision making. You ensure that financial reporting is done accurately and in compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, while proactively managing financial risks and safeguarding company assets. Acting as a key advisor to the Managing Director, you will provide strategic insights and recommendations that shape the direction of the business in addition to managing capital and cash flow to optimize financial performance to support long term value creation. You will work closely with, and lead a high performing team, championing operational excellence, ethical governance and continuous improvement across financial systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead financial governance, internal controls and risk management across the business.
  • Partner with business units to deliver performance insights and drive strategic improvements.
  • Oversee financial planning, reporting, compliance and external audit processes.
  • Manage legal affairs, corporate secretarial duties and business insurance coverage.
  • Contribute to major transformation projects, including systems, M&A and projects.
  • Optimise finance team structure and prepare for future organizational evolution.
  • Ensure effective treasury, cash flow and finance related relationships.
  • Maintain a robust internal control framework and ensure statutory & regulatory compliance.

What We're Looking For:

  • Senior financial leadership experience in a global business, preferably with manufacturing and sales environment.
  • Experience in presenting business and financial reporting / analysis at board levels.
  • Excellent communicator, open-minded and bringing positive energy.
  • User knowledge of SAP would be an advantage.
  • A passion for achieving outstanding results.

Why Join Us?

  • Inclusive Environment: We value diversity and are dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive workplace.
  • Growth Opportunities: We offer professional development opportunities to help you grow and advance in your career.
  • Impactful Work: Be part of a team driving innovation and shaping the future of the construction industry through our innovative products.
  • Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative and empowering environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.

How to Apply:

If you’re ready to bring your skills and enthusiasm to our team, we’d love to hear from you! Please share your best achievement in your cover letter.

 

Don’t meet every single requirement? At Bostik, we believe that diverse backgrounds and perspectives foster innovation. If you’re excited about this role but don’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway—you might be the person we’re looking for!

 

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing employment opportunities that support you in reaching your full potential regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. EOE, including disability/vets.

Who we are? Arkema is a world leader in Innovative Materials for a Sustainable World with the ambition to become a pure Specialty Materials player.

We thrive as One Arkema, comprised of many businesses and brands including Bostik, ArrMaz, and more! and operating with a global reach in 55 countries with more than 21,100 employees. Each one contributes to positioning Arkema as a recognized leader of specialty chemicals and advanced materials, reporting annual sales of €9.5 billion, of which 2.9% allocated to R&D for 1,800 researchers in 17 R&D centers.

If you pursue excellence, love innovation and are inspired by challenges, we encourage you through www.arkema.com to learn more about our values – Solidarity, Performance, Simplicity, Empowerment, and Inclusion – and how we concentrate on advances in bio-based and recyclable materials, new energies, water management, electronic solutions, lightweight materials and design, home efficiency and insulation.

Changing the world requires the right formula. The right formula consists of our innovative and sustainable materials, and you. Join us to develop the materials of tomorrow and make a difference together. What are you made of?

The legal information below pertains specifically to positions posted in the United States, however we strive for diversity, equity and inclusion in all the countries that we hire.
Arkema Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Arkema Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting and hiring.

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