Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Career Executive 赛睿人力资源; Sydney; On-site; AUD 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Executive 赛睿人力资源 is seeking a seasoned Chief Financial Officer based in Sydney to lead the finance function. The candidate should hold a bachelor’s degree or higher with 10+ years of progressive finance experience and a track record in Big 4 and in-house corporate leadership.

Experience in retail and brick-and-mortar operations, strong Australian business knowledge, and a stable career history are highly valued for driving profitability and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance working experience.
• Big 4 audit/advisory experience followed by in-house corporate finance leadership roles.
• Hands-on financial management in retail and brick-and-mortar store business is a strong plus.
• Deep understanding of Australian local business environment, accounting, tax and compliance.
• Stable career history.

Responsibilities

• Formulate group financial strategy, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario analysis; partner with the executive team to drive profitability.
• Oversee month-end/year-end close, statutory reporting, audit coordination, tax compliance and governance per Australian standards.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, inventory and cost control; deliver store-level P&L analysis and commercial insights for offline retail.
• Establish and optimise finance policies, internal controls and ERP processes; coach and develop the finance team.
• Evaluate capex, new store investments, expansion plans, and support negotiations with stakeholders.
• Manage external relationships including auditors, tax advisers, banks and other professionals.

Skills

Executive leadership

Commercial acumen

Financial planning

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above

CA/CPA qualification

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are looking for a seasoned, commercially minded CFO based in Sydney to lead the finance function. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree or above, with 10+ years of progressive finance experience. A Big 4 plus in-house corporate background is preferred, alongside solid familiarity with the Australian business landscape. Prior financial management experience in retail and brick-and-mortar store operations is highly valued. We prioritise candidates with stable career track records.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate group financial strategy, annual budgeting, rolling forecasts and scenario analysis, partnering with the executive team to drive profitability and sustainable business growth.
• Oversee month-end and year-end close, statutory financial reporting, audit coordination, tax compliance and governance in line with Australian accounting standards and local regulatory requirements.
• Manage cash flow, working capital, inventory and cost control; deliver store-level P&L analysis, performance review and commercial insights for retail offline operations.
• Establish and optimise finance policies, internal controls and ERP processes; lead, develop and mentor the finance team.
• Evaluate capex, new store investment proposals and expansion plans, support commercial negotiations and stakeholder communication.
• Manage external relationships including auditors, tax consultants, banks and other professional advisors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant finance working experience.
• Preferred career path: Big 4 audit/advisory experience followed by in-house corporate finance leadership roles.
• Hands-on financial management experience in retail and brick-and-mortar store business is a strong plus.
• Deep understanding of Australian local business environment, accounting, tax and compliance practices.
• Stable career history.
• CA / CPA qualification or equivalent professional certification preferred.
• Excellent executive communication, commercial acumen and leadership skills.
• High integrity, strong stress tolerance and sound judgement for strategic financial decision-making.