Part-Time CFO for FMCG (Port Melbourne) — 2 Days/Week

Curatif; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Curatif is seeking a hands-on Fractional CFO to own the finance function for two days per week. The role is based in our Port Melbourne office and focuses on building robust financial processes in a fast-moving, beverage-focused business.

You will run the books, close monthly, manage cash, and prepare budgets and forecasts while working with external accountants on tax and R&D incentives.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA with senior finance experience in founder-led or owner-operated businesses.
• Strong financial modelling and forecasting skills.
• Experience with board reporting and commercial finance decisions.

Responsibilities

• Run the books, close the month and report to the MD and board.
• Manage cash flow, payments, and month-end processes.
• Prepare the monthly alcohol excise return and tax incentives.
• Build budgets, forecasts and variance reporting.
• Oversee payroll, commissions and bonuses.
• Interface with external accountants on year-end and ITC/R&D claims.
• Provide finance input on commercial deals and capital raising.
• Attend board meetings and prepare the finance section of board papers.

Skills

Financial modelling

Forecasting

Board reporting

Education

CA or CPA

Tools

Xero

Shopify integration

Job description

Curatif is seeking a hands-on Fractional CFO to own the finance function for two days per week. The role is based in our Port Melbourne office and focuses on building robust financial processes in a fast-moving, beverage-focused business.

You will run the books, close monthly, manage cash, and prepare budgets and forecasts while working with external accountants on tax and R&D incentives.