Chief Financial Officer

Sirius.; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 198,000 - 242,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work flexibility

Competitive compensation

STI bonuses

Superannuation

Job summary

Sirius. is seeking a Chief Financial Officer to drive the finance function from operations to a proactive engine for commercial growth in Canberra.

You will lead strategic finance, governance, and investor-ready reporting while shaping capital allocation and profitability across a growing MSP/tech services business. As a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will manage budgeting, forecasting, pricing models, and vendor margins.

Qualifications

• CPA/CA qualification is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the MD to drive long-term commercial strategy, multi-office expansion, M&A readiness, and capital allocation.
• Oversee budget forecasting, cash flow modeling, pricing models for recurring service contracts, and vendor margin optimization.
• Lead and mentor a finance team, ensuring high-standard management accounting, tax compliance, and client billing.
• Drive compliance, risk frameworks, and reporting aligned with ACT and Federal Government procurement expectations.
• Refine and scale internal financial infrastructure (PSA/ERP tools) to support growth.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Leadership

Canberra familiarity

Stakeholder management

Education

CPA/CA qualification

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Job description

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Location: Canberra, ACT (Hybrid)

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

About the Company

We are partnering with a premier, fast-scaling Managed Service Provider (MSP) headquartered in Canberra. With a team of 50+ professionals and an expanding footprint across key Australian metro markets, the company provides end-to-end IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, and enterprise cybersecurity services to government, commercial, and not-for-profit clients.

As the business enters its next chapter of strategic expansion, we are seeking an experienced Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive high-level commercial strategy, optimize financial performance, and lead financial governance.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the CFO will serve as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. You will transition the finance function from core operational management to a proactive engine for commercial growth, profit optimization, and long-term enterprise value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Executive Strategy & Board Reporting: Partner with the MD to drive long-term commercial strategy, multi-office expansion, M&A readiness, and capital allocation.
• Commercial Financial Management: Oversee budget forecasting, cash flow modeling, pricing models for recurring service contracts, and vendor margin optimization.
• Operational Finance Oversight: Lead and mentor an established finance team, ensuring high-standard management accounting, tax compliance, and client billing.
• Risk & Government Governance: Drive compliance, risk frameworks, and reporting align with ACT and Federal Government procurement expectations.
• Systems & Scalability: Refine and scale internal financial infrastructure (PSA/ERP tools) to match the company’s continuing growth trajectory.

About You

• Qualified Professional: CPA/CA qualification is required; bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• SME / Tech Sector Experience: Proven success leading finance in a mid-market technology, MSP, SaaS, or professional services business ($10M-$25M turnover preferred).
• Commercial Mindset: Strong expertise in recurring revenue models (ARR/MRR), contract margin analysis, and client profitability.
• Leadership & Influence: Outstanding stakeholder management skills with a track record of building and developing high-performing finance teams.
• Canberra Market Familiarity: Existing understanding of the ACT business and procurement ecosystem.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Up to $220,000 base salary (commensurate with experience) + Super + STI performance bonuses.
• Strategic Impact: Direct influence on company growth, strategy, and executive decision-making.
• Flexible Work Culture: Modern Canberra headquarters with hybrid work flexibility.
• Career Growth: Play a defining role in scaling an established regional leader into a nationally recognized brand.