Chief Financial Officer

Altus Financial; Sydney; On-site; AUD 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Altus Financial is seeking a strategic Chief Financial Officer to lead financial strategy, governance, and long‑term performance. You will partner with the CEO/COO and Directors to steer growth through mergers and acquisitions while maintaining client focus and a people‑centred culture.

You will drive budgeting, forecasting, risk management, and capital planning, while building a high‑performing finance function and strengthening external relationships with auditors and partners.

Qualifications

• Senior finance leadership experience in a professional services or advisory environment.
• Proven capability in strategic planning, financial modelling, and commercial analysis.
• Experience leading M&A processes from due diligence to integration.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic financial leadership and governance across the firm.
• Lead financial due diligence, valuation, modelling and post‑acquisition integration for M&A.
• Strengthen financial systems, reporting, and capital management to support growth.
• Develop and lead a high‑performing finance team aligned with Altus values.
• Oversee regulatory compliance, audits, and external relationships.

Skills

Strategic planning

Financial modelling

Commercial analysis

M&A leadership

Governance & risk management

Executive communication

Team leadership

Job description

Altus Financial is a fast‑growing, high‑performing private client advisory firm that helps individuals, families, and business owners make smarter financial decisions and build stronger futures. For more than 30 years, we’ve combined deep technical expertise with a genuinely human approach — and because Altus is owned by the people who work here, every team member has a real stake in our success.

We’re accountants, advisers, and lending specialists who care about the impact we make. Our culture is collaborative, grounded in trust, and built on the belief that when you invest in people, great things follow.

We have doubled our revenue and our people count in the last 5 years – with the same double growth plan in the next 5 years - and we need a strategic, commercially minded, passionate Chief Financial Officer to help create & shape the next chapter of Altus’ growth.

The Opportunity

The CFO is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, responsible for driving financial strategy, operational excellence, governance, and long‑term business performance. This is an exciting time to join Altus This role blends strategic leadership with hands‑on financial management, ensuring Altus continues to grow sustainably while maintaining the high standards, client focus, and the people‑centred culture that defines us.

You’ll partner closely with the CEO, COO, Directors, and Divisional Leaders to guide decision‑making, strengthen financial capability across the firm, support our employee‑ownership model, and support the successful implementation of growth via mergers and acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Financial Stewardship

• Provide clear, data‑driven insights to support strategic planning, forecasting, and investment decisions.
• Oversee budgeting, financial modelling, scenario planning, and long‑term capital management.
• Drive continuous improvement in financial governance, controls, and risk management.

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

• Support the CEO/COO with financial due diligence, valuation, modelling, and commercial assessment of potential acquisitions.
• Partner with the CEO/COO to identify, evaluate, and negotiate opportunities aligned with Altus’ strategic direction and culture.
• Oversee post‑acquisition financial reporting, performance tracking, and optimisation.
• Build frameworks and processes that support scalable, repeatable M&A activity as Altus continues to grow.

Operational & Commercial Performance

• Strengthen financial systems, processes, and reporting to support scale and efficiency.
• Partner with Divisional Leaders to optimise pricing, profitability, and resource allocation.
• Lead financial analysis to identify opportunities for growth, margin improvement, and operational optimisation.
• Oversee cashflow management, working capital, and treasury functions.

Leadership, Culture & People

• Contribute to a high‑performing, collaborative executive team that models Altus’ values.
• Lead and develop the finance team, building capability, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement.
• Support the employee‑ownership model through transparent financial communication and education.
• Champion a culture of integrity, trust, and commercial discipline across the business.

Compliance & External Relationships

• Ensure compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and audit requirements.
• Manage relationships with external auditors, tax advisers, financial institutions, and key partners.
• Manage the Altus finance corporate governance, risk frameworks, and financial reporting obligations.

About You

You’re a commercially astute, people‑centred finance leader who thrives in a dynamic, growing environment. You combine strategic thinking with operational discipline, and you’re energised by the opportunity to shape a business that genuinely invests in its people.

You will bring:

• extensive senior finance leadership experience, preferably in a professional services environment.
• Proven capability in strategic planning, financial modelling, and commercial analysis.
• Experience leading M&A processes — from due diligence to integration — ideally within professional services or advisory environments.
• Strong understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to influence, educate, and build trust across all levels.
• A collaborative leadership style aligned with Altus’ values and culture.
• A mindset focused on growth, improvement, and long‑term value creation.

Why Altus

• The opportunity to shape the financial and governance future of a growing and industry leading financial advisory firm — including our bold growth plans through strategic, values‑aligned M&A.
• An employee‑owned structure that rewards long‑term commitment and shared success - a clear path to equity for the right person.
• A genuinely people‑first culture where your contribution has real impact.
• A leadership team that values transparency, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

All applications will be handled with the strictest confidentiality.