Finance Director | Sydney The Organisation Our client is a large, purpose-led organisation operating at the intersection of property, infrastructure, investment and community impact. While structured as a not-for-profit, it is highly commercial in nature, managing a substantial portfolio of assets, debt facilities, capital programs and long-term growth initiatives.

Key highlights include

- Versatile hybrid working environment based in Sydney, NFP salary packaging.
- Multi-billion-dollar asset base across NSW, VIC and QLD and significant capital management responsibilities.
- Large and sophisticated property portfolio with ongoing development activity.
- Strong balance sheet (in surplus), funding capability and investment focus.
- Active digital, finance and business transformation agenda.
- Genuine social impact through the delivery of essential services to the community.

The Role

Reporting to the CFO, this is a broad and influential Finance Director position with responsibility for leading the finance function, a team of approximately 20. This is far more than a traditional controllership role. You will combine financial stewardship, commercial leadership and strategic partnering while working closely with executive leaders, the board, financial institutions and other key stakeholders.

The role offers significant exposure to transformation initiatives, capital management, treasury activities, major funding programs and long-term strategic planning. There is also a genuine chance to broaden your remit over time and contribute to the future direction of the organisation as well as career progression to the position of CFO. Role Responsibilities - Lead the organisation's finance function, providing strategic financial leadership and governance.

- Oversee financial reporting, audit, tax, compliance and control frameworks.
- Lead budgeting, forecasting, financial planning and performance management activities.
- Manage treasury, debt funding and capital management programs.




- Partner with executive leadership and the board to support critical business decisions.
- Drive finance transformation, systems improvement, automation and process optimisation initiatives.
- Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance team.
- Support growth initiatives including property acquisition, development and long-term funding strategies.

Your Profile

We are interested in experienced finance leaders who combine strong technical capability with commercial judgement and executive presence.

You will bring

- CA qualification (preferred) or equivalent professional credentials.
- Early career foundational training grounded in financial control/audit from a Big 4 / Top 20 Accounting firm.
- Prior experience as a Finance Director, Financial Controller, Divisional CFO, Head of Finance, Group Financial Controller or similar leadership role.
- Proven leadership of finance teams of 10+.
- Broad commercial finance, FP&A;, financial control, reporting, governance and audit expertise.
- Experience within property, infrastructure, financial services, education, healthcare, aged care or other asset-intensive environments will be highly regarded, although exceptional candidates from other sectors are encouraged to apply.
- Prior experience in asset / mezzanine finance and debt refinancing is advantageous.
- Experience presenting to boards and engaging with executive stakeholders.
- The ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on leadership and execution.
- A team-oriented leadership style and a passion for developing high-performing teams.
- An interest in working within a purpose-led organisation that delivers meaningful community outcomes.

Apply

Today - Ref: A001004 Please send your resume by clicking on the apply button. Your application will be assessed within 3-5 working days. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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📌 Finance Director | Hybrid Environment (Sydney)
🏢 Robert Half
📍 Sydney