Lead Financial Strategist

Lead Financial Strategist - Full Time Fixed Term Contract (15 months). Hybrid remote work model. Base in Sydney.

We are a diverse, global team that supports personal and professional growth and offers a competitive package with a range of benefits.

The Lead Financial Strategist leads a growing finance team that oversees many financial responsibilities across the business. Working in partnership with the Head of Finance to ensure all finance-related matters for the business and delivery of financial requirements locally, while collaborating with global locations.

You will support the annual budget and continuous financial forecasting process, and manage all accounting matters. You will ensure business units have accurate forecasts that outline risks and opportunities to the budget and KPIs. You will also manage treasury operations, including cash flow forecasting and liquidity management, and oversee accounts payable function for timely and accurate vendor payments.

• Collaborate with the Head of Finance to develop annual budgets, rolling forecasts, and 3-year financial plans aligned with national renewable energy targets.
• Deliver cashflow forecasts and distribution analyses, ensuring liquidity and compliance with treasury and banking requirements.
• Oversee internal controls and ensure adherence to delegated authority limits, regulatory standards, and carbon trading schemes.
• Lead bank compliance activities including covenant monitoring, loan repayments, and guarantee management.
• Supervise preparation of monthly management accounts, board reports, and KPIs.
• Coordinate external audits and ensure timely delivery of audit requirements.
• Lead and mentor a finance team, fostering a culture of inclusion, continuous learning, and alignment with sustainability and diversity values.
• Conduct monthly training sessions focused on industry developments and policy changes.
• Act as a trusted advisor for escalations, proposals, and client matters.
• Maintain dynamic risk and opportunity registers to support business unit performance.
• Drive automation and process enhancements to improve accuracy, efficiency, and service quality.
• Support ESG and sustainability initiatives through data-driven insights and performance optimisation.

• Strong technical accounting expertise with advanced Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Exceptional commercial acumen and ability to deliver insightful management reporting and dashboards.
• Proven ability to work independently, manage resources effectively, and deliver results under pressure.
• Skilled in identifying process inefficiencies and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Deep understanding of utility-scale wind, solar, and energy storage projects across development, construction, and operations.
• Expert knowledge of accounting standards relevant to renewable energy assets.
• Experience in infrastructure accounting and due diligence processes.
• Big Four background preferred, with renewables industry experience highly valued.
• Demonstrated success in managing and mentoring teams of qualified and semi-qualified accountants.
• Strong stakeholder management and board presentation experience.
• Confident communicator with ability to influence and build relationships across all levels.
• Degree in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce. CA or CPA qualified. Business-level English proficiency.
• Excellent time management and prioritisation skills to meet tight deadlines. High-level communication skills for engaging with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Organized and detail-oriented with strong follow-through on delivery.

• A competitive bonus.
• Genuine flexible working.
• Generous parental leave.
• 25 days leave (with option to swap cultural days of significance).
• Annual skin checks and flu vaccinations. Eye care.
• Professional trade subscriptions and professional body membership.
• 4 paid volunteer days and charity matching.

Reporting to: Head of Finance

Location: Sydney

Hours: Full-time, 15-month contract

Our team is the world's largest independent renewable energy company, guided by a vision to create a future with affordable, zero-carbon energy. We value a diverse workforce and invest in our people to support personal and professional growth. Our team operates globally with a growing project portfolio and assets across Wind, Solar, Energy Storage, Transmission and Distribution, and Green Hydrogen.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.