Chief Financial Officer

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Renard International Hospitality Search Consultants Full time
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Hospitality Division for a mid-scale hotel group in Oceania (Asia experience preferred)

We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to lead the financial operations of our client's Hospitality Division, encompassing a portfolio of mid-scale hotels across Oceania. The CFO will drive financial performance, governance, and strategic growth initiatives. This role requires a commercially astute leader with strong analytical capabilities, exceptional stakeholder management, and a deep understanding of the hospitality sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead the financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes for the Hospitality Division.
  • Oversee all financial operations, including accounting, reporting, treasury, and compliance functions.
  • Monitor and manage cash flow, working capital, and capital expenditure to ensure financial sustainability.
  • Analyse financial performance, identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and propose corrective actions.
  • Ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and integrity of financial reporting in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Develop and maintain internal control systems to safeguard company assets and ensure operational efficiency.
  • Partner with executive leadership to evaluate and execute strategic initiatives, acquisitions, and capital investments.
  • Provide clear financial insights and recommendations to the CEO, Board of Directors, and other senior stakeholders.
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team aligned with the company's vision and values.
  • Liaise with auditors, financial institutions, tax authorities, and other external parties.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 8 years of senior financial management experience, ideally within the hospitality, tourism, or service sectors.
  • Membership in a recognized professional accounting body (CPA, CA, CIMA or equivalent).
Skills & Attributes
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
  • Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • High level of integrity, ethics, and professionalism.
  • Resilience and adaptability in high-pressure and dynamic environments.
  • Proficiency in financial software and systems relevant to the hospitality industry.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
  • Achievement of divisional financial targets and profitability objectives.
  • Accuracy, timeliness, and compliance in financial reporting and forecasting.
  • Effectiveness and robustness of internal financial controls.
  • Successful execution of capital projects and strategic initiatives.
  • Stakeholder satisfaction, including investor confidence and partner relationships.
  • Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
  • Relocation assistance.

To Apply: Qualified applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter highlighting relevant experience to Mr. Steve Renard at steve@renardinternational.com

Seniority level
  • Executive
Employment type
  • Full-time
Job function
  • Management, Accounting/Auditing, and Finance
  • Industries: Hospitality

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