Chief Financial Officer

ABOUT OUR CLIENT
Our client is a fast-growing, globally connected organisation operating in a dynamic and evolving industry. With a strong focus on innovation and strategic growth, they partner with a diverse range of stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions that create long-term value. As they navigate a critical period of transformation, they are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to provide strategic financial leadership on a 9 to 12-month contract .

THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially astute CFO to step into a key leadership role during a pivotal phase of the organisation’s growth and evolution. Reporting directly to the CEO, the CFO will drive financial strategy, oversee corporate finance activities, and ensure strong financial governance. With a particular focus on capital management, M&A transactions, and corporate restructuring, this role will require a leader who can provide immediate impact. Experience in demergers will be highly regarded.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the organisation’s financial strategy and oversee all corporate finance activities.
• Manage capital structuring, investment planning, and risk management.
• Oversee M&A transactions, with a strong emphasis on demergers and corporate restructuring.
• Provide financial insights and strategic guidance to the CEO and Board.
• Ensure financial governance, compliance, and regulatory reporting are maintained to the highest standards.
• Manage investor relations and external stakeholder engagement, including banking and financial institutions.
• Drive financial performance monitoring, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Lead and mentor the finance team, ensuring continuity and strong leadership throughout the contract period.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• CPA or CA qualification required; MBA highly regarded.
• Minimum 10+ years of CFO experience in a complex, high-growth organisation.
• Strong corporate finance expertise, including M&A, demergers, capital structuring, and risk management.
• Demonstrated experience leading financial strategy in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to influence executive decision-making and engage with key stakeholders.
• Deep understanding of financial governance, compliance, and reporting obligations.
• Experience managing investor relations and external financial partnerships.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.

WHAT’S ON OFFER?

• 9 to 12-month contract with an executive-level remuneration package.
• Opportunity to lead financial strategy through a period of transformation.
• Flexibility to be based in either Sydney or Melbourne.
• A leadership role with significant influence over business strategy and commercial outcomes.

HOW TO APPLY
If you are an experienced CFO looking for a contract role where you can make a significant impact, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Your application will include the following questions:

• What’s your expected annual base salary?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

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