Chief Financial Officer

At SSR, we partner with our customers to offer the best value service in rail logistics and servicing with market leading convenience, flexibility and safety. Our Vision is to be the most customer focussed company, providing real value that creates a competitive advantage within each customers respective industry.

We believe an employee isn't just a name on our books, but rather a valued member of a bigger corporate family. Each person is a critical aspect of our family business, directly contributing to the success of SSR. Due to continued growth we are excited to invite applications for a Chief Financial Officer to join our senior leadership team on a full time basis based out of our Bendigo, Victoria Head Office.

About the role As an hands‑on Chief Financial Officer, you will be responsible for overseeing the financial leadership of the business and supporting our long‑term vision and sustainability. Reporting directly to the CEO, this role blends strategic oversight with active involvement in day‑to‑day financial operations and reporting, commercial decision‑making, and continuous improvement initiatives across the organisation.

Duties involved but not limited to: Financial Leadership & Strategy Shape and execute the company’s financial strategy in line with business objectives and values

Provide commercial and financial insight to support growth, investment, and strategic planning

Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, senior leadership team, and Board, translating financial data into clear, actionable guidance

Lead budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and working capital optimisation

Deliver monthly management reporting, performance analysis, and insights

Ensure compliance with statutory, taxation, and regulatory obligations

Operational & Commercial Partnership Work closely with the executive team to improve margins, pricing, and cost control

Analyse costs, capital expenditure proposals, and operational efficiency opportunities

Support key commercial negotiations with suppliers

Risk, Governance & Controls Maintain robust financial controls and governance frameworks

Support Board processes, including preparation of Board papers and reporting

Ensure compliance across financial, tax, and employment requirements

Leadership & Culture Lead, develop and mentor the finance team while remaining operationally hands‑on

Lead external relationships with auditors, banks, and advisors

Build a collaborative, accountable finance function that supports the broader business

Champion the organisation’s values and commitment to the Rail Industry

About You 10+ years’ senior financial leadership experience (CFO / Finance Director level)

Proven experience leading finance functions in multi‑entity or national organisations

Strong financial planning and analysis, governance, and commercial acumen

CPA or CA qualification

Advanced Excel experience

Experience in logistics, or similar industries highly regarded

Values‑driven leader with a collaborative, practical approach

Current national police check

Why SSR Attractive remuneration package tailored to the successful candidate

Relocation assistance available

Executive leadership role with real influence

Values‑driven, people‑focused culture

Growing national business

Employee recognition, development, and EAP support

How to apply Please submit your application, including up‑to‑date resume and covering letter addressing the key requirements via Seek.

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