Strategic Financial Leader for a Thriving Property Development Group

3 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Lawson Elliott Full time

Company Overview: This prominent private property development group boasts an impressive multi-billion dollar pipeline of projects, positioning it for sustained future growth. To support this expansion, they are seeking an experienced Finance Director to oversee their finance function.

Job Description: Reporting directly to the CEO, key responsibilities include:

  • Oversight of all financial reporting at a group level
  • Leadership and development of a team of 10+ accountants covering various aspects including reporting, project accounting, tax, and payroll
  • Management of group cash flow and profitability analysis
  • Responsibility for budgets and forecasts
  • Serving as the primary finance contact for the Executive Leadership Team (ELT) and senior managers across the business
  • Management of relationships with outsourced service providers
  • Implementation and oversight of controls and processes facilitating ongoing growth
  • Compliance management for relevant areas

Required Skills and Qualifications: The successful candidate will be a CA/CPA qualified professional with over 15 years of experience in Senior Financial Controller or Head of Finance roles, preferably from a construction or development background. Direct team management experience is essential, with a strong track record of leading teams of 5-8+. Strong Excel skills, experience in finance transformation, and change management are also crucial. Additionally, excellent business partnering skills, ability to operate in a fast-paced complex environment, and strong communication skills are essential.

Estimated Salary Range: $250k - $280k per annum, plus superannuation and bonus incentives.



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