Chief Financial Officer

Lead Finance In A Growing Consultancy BusinessPartner With An Impressive Global ELT | Influential Role $300,000 - $350,000 Package + STI & LTI | Brisbane LocationThe OpportunityThis is a brilliant opportunity to become the Chief Financial Officer for the Australian division of a leading global business. The group has built a significant national footprint through a series of strategic acquisitions, and it is part of a large, well-capitalised international group with the ambition and resources to keep growing in Australia.Reporting to the Managing Director, you will be the most senior finance leader in Australia. You will be directly involved in shaping the regional strategy, driving organic growth, and evaluating and integrating future acquisitions. The business operates in some of the most compelling growth markets in the country, including the energy transition, resources and critical minerals, infrastructure planning.The ChallengeAs CFO you will be a commercial leader who shapes strategy, drives margin and cash performance, and builds a scalable finance function that can support the next phase of growthYou core priorities for the role will include:Partnering with the Australian leadership team to translate the growth strategy into financial plans, investment choices and measurable outcomesActing as a trusted adviser to the Global CFO on performance, outlook, risks and opportunitiesDriving the commercial agenda, including pricing, bid reviews, project profitability, utilisation and margin expansionLeading M&A activity in Australia, from due diligence and valuation through to integration and synergy deliveryOwning cash and working capital, with a focus on billing discipline, WIP and collectionsLeading budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning, with forward-looking reporting that drives accountabilityEnsuring a robust control environment across project accounting, revenue recognition, tax and IFRS reportingModernising the finance operating model through standardisation, automation and better dataBuilding and leading a high-performing, commercially minded finance team across multiple sitesThe ExpertiseThis opportunity is appropriate for a commercially driven Finance Director, Regional CFO or senior commercial finance leader.Ideally you will possess:A track record of partnering with operational leaders to deliver growth, margin improvement and stronger cash conversionExperience in project-based professional services, consulting, engineering, environmental services or another people-intensive businessStrong commercial acumen across pricing, bids, contracts and project economicsHands-on M&A experience across due diligence, integration and synergy deliveryExperience strengthening controls, project accounting, WIP and forecasting in a growing businessKnowledge of Australian statutory and tax obligations, and experience operating under IFRS in a matrix organisationProven success uplifting finance systems, data and processes to support scaleThe ability to attract, develop and retain high calibre finance talentCA/CPA qualification or equivalentThe presence and communication skills to challenge constructively and build trust with regional leaders and global stakeholdersThe Next StepIf 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 email Henry Clunies-Ross on henry@thompsoncook.com.au or alternatively please apply per the link below.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 LeadersFinance Managers & Financial ControllerCommercial Finance & Financial Planning & AnalysisFinancial & Management AccountantsAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable & PayrollWe support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.