Virtual CFO / Senior Management Accountant
Become a trusted adviser to growing businesses.
At Actuate Accounting, we help business owners turn financial information into action.
Through our Virtual CFO, outsourced finance and advisory services, we work alongside business owners and leadership teams to improve profitability, cash flow, financial visibility and decision-making.
As our advisory division continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced
Virtual CFO / Senior Management Accountant
to join the team and become a trusted adviser to a portfolio of SME clients.
The Prospect
This is a client-facing advisory role where you'll work directly with business owners and management teams to help them understand their numbers, make better decisions and achieve their business goals.
You'll act as the primary finance contact for a portfolio of clients, delivering a combination of management reporting, commercial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and strategic advice.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys partnering with clients, influencing decisions and delivering practical commercial outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the primary finance contact for a portfolio of SME clients
Prepare monthly management accounts and board-style reporting packs
Lead client finance meetings and present financial results and recommendations
Develop budgets, forecasts and cash flow projections
Analyse business performance and key financial drivers
Provide commercial insights and strategic recommendations
Support clients with profitability improvement and business growth initiatives
Build and maintain KPI dashboards and management reporting frameworks
Manage month-end reporting processes
Assist clients with Xero, reporting tools and cloud-based systems
Identify process improvement and automation opportunities
Participate in board and management meetings where required
Work closely with directors on Virtual CFO engagements
Mentor junior team members and assist with workflow management
About You




You'll enjoy working closely with business owners and translating financial information into practical commercial advice.
Ideally you'll have:
Bachelor of Accounting, Commerce or Business
CA or CPA qualified (or close to completion)
Demonstrated experience operating as a Finance Manager, Commercial Accountant, Business Adviser or Virtual CFO
Strong experience in management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capability
Experience with Xero and cloud-based accounting systems
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
Strong commercial acumen and problem-solving ability
A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
Highly Regarded
Current or recent experience delivering Virtual CFO or outsourced finance services
Experience managing a portfolio of clients across multiple industries
Experience presenting financial results directly to business owners, boards or management teams
Experience working in a business advisory or consulting environment
What We Offer
Exposure to growing businesses across a wide range of industries
Variety of Virtual CFO and advisory engagements
Hybrid working arrangements
Direct access to directors and client decision-makers
Structured career progression opportunities
Ongoing professional development
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Team social events throughout the year
Adaptable and family-friendly workplace
Why Join Actuate?
This isn't a traditional accounting role.
You'll work directly with business owners, help shape key decisions and play a genuine role in improving the performance of their businesses.
If you're currently working in a Virtual CFO, outsourced finance, business advisory or commercial finance role and are looking for greater variety, stronger client relationships and the opportunity to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Diverse teams make stronger teams, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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📌 Virtual Cfo / Senior Management Accountant (Sydney)
🏢 Actuate Accounting
📍 Sydney