Chief Financial Officer (CFO) - Executive Leadership Opportunity

at; Österreich; Vor Ort; EUR 113 000 - 171 000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading residential builder in South Australia is seeking a world-class CFO to drive strategic financial leadership and operational excellence. The role demands a minimum of 10 years of experience, exceptional leadership qualities, and a passion for continuous improvement. Join a high-performing executive team dedicated to making a lasting impact and innovating for future generations.

Qualifikationen

• At least 10 years of experience in a hands-on CFO role or similar senior position.
• Track record of delivering commercial success in high-performing organizations.
• Passion for implementing lean practices.

Aufgaben

• Provide strategic financial leadership and insights.
• Lead finance department for accurate budgets and reports.
• Ensure compliance with financial obligations.

Kenntnisse

Strategic financial leadership

Strong operational expertise

Exceptional leadership

Excellent communication

Problem-solving

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

The Hickinbotham Group, South Australia’s largest residential builder and developer, is seeking a world-class CFO to help lead our diversified private group into its next phase of growth and innovation. With 70 years of family ownership and an unparalleled reputation for excellence, we are on a mission to become Australia’s leanest company, setting benchmarks for innovation, efficiency, and value creation.

Our portfolio spans four market-leading residential building brands, a large-scale land development operation, mortgage broking, spirits production and sales, and life sciences. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing executive team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

Your primary responsibilities will include:

• Strategic Financial Leadership: Actively contribute to the Group’s strategic decision-making, providing insights and guidance to shape our future direction.
• Financial Planning and Reporting: Lead the finance department in delivering timely and accurate budgets, financial reports, and performance analysis to support data-driven decisions.
• Compliance and Governance: Ensure the Group complies with all statutory and financial obligations, maintaining the highest standards of governance and accountability.
• Operational Excellence: Drive efficiencies and value creation through lean principles, ensuring optimal fiscal performance.
• Risk Management: Identify, manage, and mitigate business and project risks to safeguard the Group’s long-term success.
• Leadership: Inspire and lead a high-performing finance team, setting strategy and fostering professional growth in alignment with company objectives.
• Commercial Negotiations: Lead negotiations on key projects to secure favourable outcomes that align with the Group’s strategic goals.

About You

To excel in this role, you will be an “A” player—an exceptional finance professional who thrives on achieving transformational results. You are a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach, combining deep financial expertise with strong leadership and commercial insight.

Key Qualifications and Experience:

• At least 10 years of experience in a hands-on CFO role or a similar senior leadership position.
• A proven track record of delivering commercial success and driving value creation within complex, high-performing organisations.
• Strong operational expertise, with a passion for implementing lean practices and achieving measurable results.
• Exceptional leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire, motivate, and develop talent.
• Superior problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities, with a focus on practical, common-sense solutions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.
• A self-starter mindset with the ability to adapt, learn, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Personal Attributes:

• A strong alignment with our core value of improving lives. Ensuring every decision, process, and outcome contributes positively to our organisation, people, customers, and communities.
• A passion for excellence and continuous improvement.
• A collaborative team player who can also take the lead when needed.
• Tenacity to overcome challenges and deliver results under pressure.
• High emotional intelligence (EQ), with the ability to build trust and influence at all levels.
• Attention to detail and an unwavering focus on achieving strategic objectives.

Why Join Us?

At the Hickinbotham Group, we offer more than just a career—we offer the chance to make a lasting impact. As CFO, you will:

• Play a key role in shaping the future of South Australia’s largest residential builder and developer.
• Contribute to a mission-driven organisation dedicated to improving lives through innovation, efficiency, and value creation.
• Collaborate with a high-performing executive team in a supportive, fast-paced, and results-driven environment.
• Be part of a dynamic, diversified group with a strong legacy and ambitious plans for the future.

This is a rare opportunity to lead at scale, deliver meaningful results, and leave a legacy of success. If you are a driven, hands-on leader with a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference, we want to hear from you.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge, please submit your application, including a detailed CV and cover letter outlining your qualifications, experience, and vision for the role. Applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Notes

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