Chief Financial Officer | Construction | $240kp-$280kp

Newly created position | Support a dynamic ELT

The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a fast-growing Australian construction start-up already generating revenue in its inaugural year with envious pipeline. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will establish the finance function and critically supporting the Managing Director and board with all commercial matters and projects.

The Challenge The core responsibilities for this role will include but not be limited to:

Formulation and delivery of an annual finance strategy including strategic planning, project financial performance, forecast revenue growth, cash flow and tax planning

Strategic liaison with key stakeholders including banks, tax agents, auditors, insurance brokers, state and federal based regulatory bodies and other statutory agencies

Responsible for conducting monthly project financial reviews with project teams and business partnering to support decision making

Balance sheet and working capital management

Ensuring compliance with all tax requirements including, PAYG, FBT, GST, Payroll Tax, Income Tax

Responsible for all financial reporting and the financial audit process

Accurate and timely delivery of management reports and other financial information

Developing and delivering performance measures (KPIs) for the finance function

Leading and directing the finance and administrative teams for the business by mentoring, performance managing and re allocating resources where appropriate

The Expertise Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

CA / CPA qualified with relevant financial leadership experience

Ideally Big4 or second tier-chartered accounting experience prior to your successful transition into industry

Industry experience in property and construction

Ability to be hands‑on with proven experience driving financial performance across a team-oriented environment

Superior financial accounting and management reporting experience

Strategic planning and complex financial modelling

Experience in the development of internal controls and financial policies

Excellent interpersonal skills with strong ability to collaborate with and influence internal and external stakeholders

Self‑starter who can build relationships across the business

A strong desire to continue to grow your career as the business expands

Passionate with high achievement drive and a can‑do attitude

Previous experience in a construction company undertaking an accelerated growth trajectory will be looked upon favourably

Driven Financial Controllers seeking their first CFO position are encouraged to apply

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Jimmy Carruthers for a confidential discussion on 0436326546.

Or alternatively please apply per the link.

About ThompsonCook At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:

Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders

Finance Managers & Financial Controller

Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll

We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.

ThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting | Melbourne & Sydney

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