General Manager Finance | Retail | Private Equity | 330k+

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting Full time $150,000 - $250,000 per year
  • PE Portfolio Company | Highly regarded Board & ELT | Retail
  • Direct partnership with the ELT | Commercial focus
  • Market leader | Domestic Focus & International Expansion

The Opportunity

This is an opportunity to join the executive team of a successful PE backed retail business with a Sydney head office. The company's recent success has been underpinned by their ability to invest strategically and build market share domestically. Their executive management team is very strong and they are poised for an exciting period of further growth.

This is a brilliant role for a finance executive who is currently the Deputy Chief Financial Officer, Head of Finance or General Manager Finance with a leading retail business. Private Equity experience is desirable.

This is an opportunity not to be missed.

The Challenge

This role supports the leadership team and it is responsible for overseeing and setting the future direction of the finance function. This role will be both exciting and challenging as you are overseeing the routine of the function whilst also being directly involved in strategic growth and commercial matters.

Partnering with the executive leadership team, your responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing the leadership of the finance team, and stakeholder management of the EGM and Board
  • Key partner to the ELT and other GM's in identifying commercial opportunities and driving performance
  • Lead the group integrated planning and performance framework including group budgeting, forecasting and strategic planning
  • Responsible for financial control outcomes including the financial accounting, tax, and treasury/funding functions
  • Manage and influence key external relationships including debt, audit and regulators
  • Leading and influencing a large team of 20+ staff
  • Develop a capable and flexible finance team that is adaptable to business challenges as they arise
  • Corporate development activity as required

The Expertise

It is a given that you will be a top tier finance executive with a proven background in finance and accounting with some leading Australian companies. This will include deep technical expertise gained from starting your career working within a leading chartered accounting firm.

You will have a dynamic approach, thrive in a fast-paced environment and be passionate about business and life. We want someone with a sense of fun who is energetic and well-rounded.

Market competitive remuneration inclusive of cash, superannuation, short term incentive and long term incentive will be available.

The Next Step

If 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 contact Maxime Moffroid for a confidential discussion on

Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

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