About the Company The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) APAC is a key member of the APAC and PMO leadership team, responsible for overseeing (alongside APAC's and PMO's CEO) the financial strategy, planning and management of the company. Being a sparring partner of APAC / PMO CEO, the CFO APAC keeps the independency from the financial & governance perspective and has a direct dotted reporting line to Group CFO. The CFO APAC ensures financial sustainability, maximises Group/shareholder value, and provides strategic insight to guide the organisation toward achieving its business objectives.

This role requires a forward-thinking, results-driven leader with a deep understanding of financial operations, risk management and regulatory compliance.

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

- Partner with APAC and PMO executive teams to define financial and strategic goals, and lead the development and execution of long-term financial strategies
- Oversee all aspects of financial management, including accounting, treasury, tax, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting and internal controls
- Manage liquidity, cash flow and capital allocation; develop and maintain a rolling cash flow model
- Ensure compliance with local and international accounting standards, regulatory requirements and tax obligations; establish robust internal controls
- Monitor and analyse financial performance, conduct trend analysis to identify risks and opportunities, and provide data-driven decision support
- Optimise financial systems,



tools and processes (with a strong emphasis on SAP) to drive operational efficiency and scalability
- Oversee risk management, insurance and mitigation strategies to protect the organisation's interests
- Lead, mentor and develop the finance and payroll teams, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including sales, marketing, and operations to ensure seamless business execution
- Serve as the primary liaison for audits and external financial reporting; build and maintain strong relationships with financial institutions, auditors and external stakeholders
- Present financial results, forecasts and strategies to Group executive boards and committees

Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related field (CPA/CA preferred)
- Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in finance with a strong track record in executive roles
- Deep expertise in financial modelling, corporate finance, investment management, regulatory compliance and corporate governance
- Exceptional leadership, team management and cross-level communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
- Strategic thinker with a data-driven and analytical mindset
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic setting and make critical decisions under pressure
- High level of integrity and commitment to ethical standards
- MBA and experience in the construction machinery industry are desirable

📌 Chief Financial Officer, APAC (Melbourne)
🏢 SANY Group
📍 Melbourne