7 results for Cfo in Melbourne, Victoria

Group Financial Manager, Planning & Analysis

Mulgrave, Victoria
remote
Permanent placement
280000 - 310000 AUD / Yearly
<table width="680"><tbody><tr><td width="507">The OpportunityWe are seeking a strategic, commercially driven finance executive to sit within the Leadership Team and drive value creation across a large, complex and purpose-led organisation at a pivotal stage of its evolution.This is more than a traditional FP&A role. We're looking for someone who can identify opportunities, challenge existing thinking, and drive meaningful change across systems, processes, people and ways of working. As a key member of the leadership team, you will shape the future direction of the finance function while influencing enterprise-wide performance and decision-making.Reporting to the CFO, you will lead the organisation's financial planning and analysis function, providing strategic commercial insights, driving accountability, and partnering with executives to deliver sustainable business outcomes. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Leading enterprise-wide financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting.</li><li>Partnering with executives and senior leaders to improve business performance and accountability.</li><li>Delivering commercial insights that influence strategic and operational decision-making.</li><li>Leading investment analysis, business case development and financial modelling for major initiatives.</li><li>Identifying opportunities to improve organisational performance, efficiency and value creation.</li><li>Driving transformation across finance systems, reporting frameworks, planning processes and team capability.</li><li>Building a high-performing, commercially focused FP&A and business partnering function.</li><li>Providing constructive challenge to leaders and stakeholders to ensure robust decision-making and financial discipline.</li><li>Leading change initiatives that improve the way finance supports and partners with the broader business.</li></ul> About YouYou are a strategic finance leader with a track record of delivering results in large, complex organisations. While your technical credentials are strong, your real strength lies in your ability to influence, challenge and transform.You will bring:<ul><li>Extensive experience leading financial planning, forecasting, reporting and business partnering functions.</li><li>Demonstrated success leading finance transformation, operating model improvements, system implementations or significant process change.</li><li>A proven ability to identify inefficiencies, challenge established practices and implement pragmatic solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and experience supporting complex investment and strategic decisions.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management skills and the confidence to engage, influence and challenge at executive level.</li><li>Experience building, leading and developing high-performing teams through periods of change.</li><li>CA, CPA or equivalent qualifications, with tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline.</li></ul> What We Are Looking For<ul><li>CA, CPA or equivalent qualifications, with tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics or a related discipline</li><li>Extensive experience leading financial planning, forecasting, reporting and business partnering functions.</li><li>Demonstrated success leading finance transformation, operating model improvements, system implementations or significant process change.</li><li>A proven ability to identify inefficiencies, challenge established practices and implement pragmatic solutions that deliver measurable outcomes.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen and experience supporting complex investment and strategic decisions.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management skills and the confidence to engage, influence and challenge at executive level.</li><li>Experience building, leading and developing high-performing teams through periods of change.</li></ul> Why This Role?This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of a finance function and leave a lasting legacy. You will have the mandate to challenge the status quo, improve organisational capability, drive transformation and help position finance as a strategic partner to the business.We're seeking a leader who sees opportunity where others see constraints, who isn't afraid to ask the difficult questions, and who has the capability and credibility to turn ideas into action.Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button Reference Number: 06830-0013510382IT<h4> </h4> </td></tr></tbody></table>By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/aXNvYmVsLnR1cm5lci41MTExMC4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-20T21:28:07Z

Senior Finance Manager

Melbourne CBD, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
160000 - 175000 AUD / Yearly
The CompanyAn Opportunity to join Melbourne's industry leaders during an exciting period of growth & transformation. This 3-Month contract will play a critical role across Finance and Operations, driving financial reporting, FP&A, business performance analysis and strategic decision support for senior stakeholders. The RoleIn this role, you will report directly to the CFO, taking ownership of financial reporting, FP&A, governance and team leadership during a critical period for the business. You will oversee month-end reporting, forecasting, audit activities and financial controls while delivering meaningful insights to support executive decision-making Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Oversee month-end close process, ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting. </li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across the business. </li><li>Prepare executive and board reporting packs, providing meaningful analysis and insights to support decision-making. </li><li>Oversee balance sheet reconciliations and maintain strong financial controls and governance. </li><li>Assist in the external audit process and support statutory reporting requirements. </li><li>Maintain and enhance financial models, reporting tools and analytic capabilities. </li><li>Analyse large and complex data sets to identify trends, risks and opportunities for business improvement. </li><li>Partner with the CFO and senior leadership team to provide commercial and strategic financial support. </li><li>Support due diligence, transaction-related activities.</li><li>Lead and mentor a small finance team.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement across finance processes, systems and reporting frameworks. </li><li>Review and challenge financial outputs to ensure reporting accuracy, integrity and audit readiness</li></ul> Your Profile<ul><li>CA/CPA qualified </li><li>Experience in Acquisitions, M&A, or complex Integration's is highly regarded.</li><li>Advanced Excel skills with experience working with large and complex data sets</li><li>Audit Exposure essential.</li><li>Partnering with cross-functional teams and translate technical financial outcomes into operational insights.</li><li>Due diligence, transaction support or M&A exposure is advantageous</li></ul> Apply TodaySalary: 160k -175k Plus Super Reference Number: 06810-0013504507DODBy clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZG9pcmVhbm4ub2Rvbm9naHVlLjY0NzkxLjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-11T05:24:14Z

Commercial Manager

Mulgrave, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
170000 - 190000 AUD / Yearly
The Company An established and growing Australian organisation is undergoing an exciting period of transformation, with significant investment in technology, systems, people and operational capability. Following recent acquisitions and continued growth, the organisation is focused on integrating its expanding operations, strengthening its finance function and building scalable processes to support its long-term strategy. The Role Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role plays a pivotal part in delivering commercial insights that support and enhance business performance. The position acts as a true strategic partner to operational teams, providing analysis, guidance, and support to drive informed decision-making and sustainable growth. Key responsibilities include: <ul><li>Act as a strategic business partner to the CFO and regional leadership teams, providing commercial insight to support decision-making</li><li>Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning processes in partnership with business leaders.</li><li>Deliver clear and insightful management reporting, highlighting key drivers, trends, risks and opportunities.</li><li>Provide financial modelling, scenario analysis and recommendations to support strategic and operational decisions.</li><li>Manage financial governance frameworks, ensuring compliance with requirements and internal control standards.</li><li>Identify, assess and communicate key financial and commercial risks and opportunities to senior leadership.</li><li>Lead, coach and develop the commercial/finance team, build capability, accountability and a high-performance culture.</li></ul> Your Skills & Experience <ul><li>CA/CPA qualified with strong technical accounting and financial reporting expertise.</li><li>Proven experience with full ownership of P&L, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis.</li><li>Advanced financial planning and modelling skills, with strong proficiency in Excel and Power BI.</li><li>Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.</li><li>Proven stakeholder management skills, partnering with senior leaders to drive financial performance and strategic decision-making.</li><li>Full working rights in Australia (Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or valid work visa). </li></ul>For more information, please reach out directly to the Management Resources team in Mulgrave on 03 9239 8100By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time. <img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RWxpc2UuTWFydGluLjUwMDU0LjEwNjc1QHJoaWF1cy5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-09-23T00:38:35Z

Management Accountant

Melbourne CBD, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
50 - 60 AUD / Hourly
The CompanyA highly regarded Victorian organisation operating within the arts, culture, and community sector is seeking a Management Accountant to support its finance function. Known for its collaborative culture and strong stakeholder engagement, the organisation plays a significant role in delivering services and experiences that benefit the wider community. This opportunity offers exposure to senior leadership and the chance to contribute within a purpose-driven and dynamic environment. The RoleThis Management Accountant role is responsible for delivering accurate management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business partnering support across the organisation. Reporting directly to the CFO, you will work closely with stakeholders across the business, providing financial insights to support decision-making and operational performance within a collaborative finance team. Key responsibilities include:<ul><li>Preparation of monthly management reports and financial analysis</li><li>Budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis</li><li>Business partnering with operational stakeholders across the organisation</li><li>Monitoring financial performance and providing actionable insight</li><li>Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across finance processes</li><li>Ad hoc analysis and reporting as required by senior leadership</li></ul> Your Profile<ul><li>Previous Management Accounting experience</li><li>CA/CPA qualified (or near completion)</li><li>Strong budgeting, forecasting, and management reporting capability</li><li>Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills</li><li>A positive, personable, and collaborative approach</li></ul> Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: 06810-0013501828NB By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bm9haC5idXRsZXIuNjYwNjAuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-08T01:23:23Z

Director Of Finance

Melbourne, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
85 - 95 AUD / Hourly
The CompanyOur client is a large, well-established public sector organisation with a complex, high-volume finance function. They are undertaking a significant uplift of their Accounts Payable operations as part of a broader finance transformation agenda, and are seeking an experienced interim leader to drive this change. The RoleThis is a hands-on, delivery-focused interim engagement for someone who can walk into a pressured AP environment, stabilise it, and lead it through transformation, not just write a plan and hand it off.You'll be reporting to the Finance Director, working alongside an AP team of circa 4 FTE, with no direct reports of your own but significant influence over how the team operates day to day. Key focus areas:<ul><li>Backlog recovery: there is a substantial volume of aged, unactioned invoices sitting in inboxes that need to be triaged and cleared, with supplier relationships under real strain as a result</li><li>Systems & automation: supporting the implementation of an inbox triage/ticketing solution, and working within a large ERP environment to reduce manual workarounds</li><li>Process fixes: addressing recurring 3-way match exceptions, manual PO-related workarounds, and an outdated staff reimbursement process</li><li>Change management: bringing a team that is used to doing things a certain way along on the journey, embedding new ways of working sustainably</li><li>Governance & reporting: tracking progress, risks and benefits, and reporting up through Finance leadership as the function transitions toward a broader systems/transformation structure</li></ul> This is as much a change and stabilisation role as it is a project management one. You'll need to build trust with an established team while driving real operational improvement. Your Profile<ul><li>Proven experience leading AP or transnational finance functions through backlog recovery, process redesign or systems-enabled change, ideally within a shared services environment</li><li>Either a Financial Controller background with direct AP leadership experience, or a dedicated transformation/project management professional with strong AP domain knowledge</li><li>Comfortable working hands-on with ERP systems</li><li>Strong stakeholder and change management skills, able to bring a settled team along through meaningful change</li><li>Immediately available or on short notice for a 4-6 month engagement</li></ul> Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: 06810-0013508344DTDThis is an onsite positionBy clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/ZGVlb24udGF5bG9yZGVhbi4zNzAzNi4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-17T06:30:32Z

Finance Business Partner

Melbourne, Victoria
remote
Contract/Temporary
65 - 70 AUD / Hourly
The RoleJoin a community-focused organisation based in Melbourne's inner suburbs and make a genuine impact in a role that goes beyond the numbers. This opportunity is ideal for a commercially minded finance professional who enjoys understanding the story behind the financials. Acting as a key link between finance and operations, you will partner with frontline leaders to provide meaningful insights, support decision-making, and help ensure services are delivered effectively and sustainably. Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Partner with four key operational leaders on budgeting, fund allocation, and financial performance</li><li>Translate financial results, budgets, and forecasts into clear, actionable insights for non-finance stakeholders</li><li>Manage month-end reporting, variance analysis, and associated financial processes, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery</li><li>Collaborate closely with Accounts Payable, Payroll, and the broader finance team</li><li>Support budgeting, forecasting, and scenario modelling to inform strategic and operational decision-making</li></ul> Your Profile You are an experienced Finance Business Partner with exposure to, or a genuine interest in the Not-for-Profit, Community Services, or Healthcare sectors. Being CPA/CA qualified, you bring strong analytical capability and stakeholder engagement skills.You are confident partnering with both finance and non-finance leaders, providing guidance around budgets, financial performance, and cost management. A collaborative and proactive approach will see you thrive in this close-knit team environment. What's on Offer<ul><li>4-6-month contract with a reputable organisation.</li><li>Hybrid - 2 days from home.</li><li>Opportunity to support essential community services</li><li>Collaborative and supportive team culture</li><li>Immediate start available</li></ul> Apply TodayPlease send your resume by clicking on the apply button.Reference Number: 06810-0013496093NBBy clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy</a>. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/bm9haC5idXRsZXIuNzUzMTkuMTA2NzVAcmhpYXVzLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-08-28T05:24:57Z

Financial Controller | Private Family Office

Richmond, Victoria
remote
Permanent placement
180000 - 200000 AUD / Yearly
The CompanyOur client is a highly sophisticated Private Family Office managing a diverse portfolio of global assets, private market investments, and complex trust structures. Operating with a lean, high-performing team, they maintain an agile, collaborative environment where every team member plays a direct role in protecting and growing their investment portfolio. They pride themselves on best-practice governance, precise operational execution, and maintaining high standards across all counterparty and regulatory relationships. This is a supportive, team-first environment with an extraordinary sense of collaboration and connectedness. The RoleWe are seeking an autonomous, detail-driven Financial Controller to take end-to-end ownership of our compliance, audit, counterparty management, and private market investment operations.The Financial Controller will maintain active oversight and a complete operational grasp of the financial from compliance, investment performance and financial reporting. This role requires a pragmatic professional who can comfortably navigate high-skilled technical governance, tax, and legal frameworks while staying hands-on with operational execution across a lean team.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Governance, Tax & Regulatory Compliance: Lead external and internal audit functions; update and enforce internal policies; manage insurance renewals and corporate secretarial tasks; oversee ASIC, ATO, and CAR (AFSL) compliance; liaise with local/offshore tax advisor on returns and foreign hybrid elections; and oversee BAS, FBT, and payroll tax compliance.</li><li>Private Market Operations: Direct the complete subscription process (including legal/tax reviews of fund docs and KYC requirements); prepare Trustee management recommendation letters; process and reconcile capital calls, distributions, and private market trade settlements; and review investment valuations.</li><li>Counterparty Management: Act as the primary liaison for fund managers, service providers, and trustees; manage on boarding documentation; and conduct ongoing trustee service reviews.</li><li>Financial Oversight & Operations: Maintain full visibility across weekly and monthly financial, performance, and cash flow reports; oversee property management filings; and manage supplier invoices and payment approvals.</li></ul> About You<ul><li>Cultural Anchor & Team Player: You bring low ego, high integrity, and a genuinely supportive, positive attitude to the workplace. In a lean team, culture is everything. You actively foster a collaborative, trust-based environment where communication is transparent and people back each other up.</li><li>Autonomous & Self-Directed: You operate with a true "ownership mindset." You don't wait for instructions; you identify what needs to be done, take full accountability from start to finish, and run with it independently.</li><li>Process Innovator: You naturally look for ways to optimise, streamline, and strengthen existing workflows - whether that's sharpening internal governance frameworks, refining private market subscription processes, or automating monitoring procedures.</li><li>Technical Versatility & Accounting Acumen: Hold relevant tertiary qualifications (CA/CPA, Finance, Law, or Governance qualifications highly regarded) with experience across family offices, wealth management, fund administration, or private client practice. You have a solid grasp of financial reporting, tax concepts, and private market deal structures-able to thoroughly interrogate numbers and documentation without needing to build the core management accounts yourself.</li><li>Pragmatic Adaptability: High agility to comfortably bridge high-level technical governance, legal reviews, and strategic tax liaisons with hands-on, operational execution. No task is "too big or too small."</li></ul> This is a rare, high-autonomy opportunity to step into an impactful Financial Controller Role in a close-knit and high performing Family Office environment.Reference: 06810-0013512983JM By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: <a href="https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy" target="_blank">https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy.</a> Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/amFjcXVpLm1hbm9sb3BvdWxvcy4yMzYxNi4xMDY3NUByaGlhdXMuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-09-24T00:16:55Z