CFO/Head of Finance

CFO/Head of Finance - Retail/Hospitality

Company Background

This is a values-driven organisation with a strong track record of success, and they’re now looking to the future. A proudly “for purpose” business, they operate a variety of vibrant hospitality venues across Sydney. Their culture is built on support, care, opportunity, fun, and a shared commitment to excellence.

As their CEO puts it, “It truly is a great place to work.”

They’ve engaged us to help find a dynamic Chief Financial Officer to join their executive leadership team and help shape the next phase of their growth.

The Role

As CFO, you’ll play a critical role in leading the finance function while contributing strategically across the broader business. Your responsibilities will span three core areas:

1. Finance Leadership

You’ll take ownership of the end-to-end finance function, including:

• Leading and developing a small, capable finance team

• Overseeing monthly financial reporting and ensuring accuracy and timeliness

• Managing compliance obligations including tax, audit, banking, and company secretarial matters

• Ensuring adherence to all regulatory and industry reporting requirements

2. Strategic Partnering

You’ll work closely with the CEO and senior leadership to support strategic decision-making:

• Assessing the commercial performance of each venue and providing insights to inform strategy

• Identifying and evaluating investment opportunities and funding options

3. Project & Systems Leadership

You’ll lead key initiatives to modernise and optimise operations, including:

• Reviewing and upgrading finance and IT systems to meet future needs

• Identifying and implementing best-practice processes across the business

• Assessing capital projects and building robust business cases

• Enhancing the quality, accessibility, and impact of financial reporting

About You

You’ll bring a blend of technical expertise, commercial acumen, and inspiring leadership. Ideally, you’ll have:

• A professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, ACCA, CIMA, or equivalent)

• 10+ years’ experience leading finance teams in dynamic, fast-paced environments

• Proven success in managing finance system upgrades and implementations

• A broad skillset—from regulatory compliance to commercial partnering

• The ability to inspire trust, build relationships, and bring people on the journey

If you are keen to apply for this CFO/Head of Finance role, please contact Geoff Balmer at Richard Lloyd on 02 8324 5642, quoting reference 9197 or click on 'apply now' below.

Please submit your CV in Word format and note that due to the high volume of responses we receive only suitable candidates will be contacted.