Head of Finance & Technology - Coffs Harbour

Full-time | Executive Leadership | Office based role

About Us

The Provedores are a leading Australian food distribution business, proudly supplying quality products and exceptional service across New South Wales and Queensland.

At The Provedores, we're Beyond Delivery. Beyond Expectations. We put relationships first, back our people, and lead with honesty, teamwork and care. This is what we call The Provedores Difference.

As a family-owned, multi-site wholesale foodservice distributor, we proudly service restaurants, cafés, clubs and food retailers across NSW and Southern Queensland and are a member of Countrywide, Australia's largest group of independent wholesale foodservice distributors.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Head of Finance & Technology (CFO) to join our Executive Leadership Team in Coffs Harbour.

This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role responsible for the financial health, governance, technology enablement and long-term sustainability of the business. Partnering closely with the Managing Director, Executive Leadership Team and Advisory Board, you will provide commercial insight, drive performance, support strategic decision-making and help shape the future direction of The Provedores.

In addition to leading the finance function, you will play a key role in modernising systems, enhancing business intelligence and driving practical technology and AI initiatives that improve operational efficiency and business performance.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the financial strategy, planning and performance of the business




- Deliver budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management and financial reporting excellence
- Provide commercial advice and insights to support business growth and decision-making
- Ensure robust governance, compliance, risk management and financial controls
- Partner with operational and commercial leaders to improve profitability and efficiency
- Drive digital transformation, automation and business intelligence initiatives
- Oversee technology partnerships, IT governance and cybersecurity risk management
- Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing finance and credit team while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

About You

You are an accomplished finance executive who combines strategic thinking with a practical, hands-on approach. You are confident influencing at executive level, thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about helping businesses grow sustainably.

To be successful, you will bring:

- Significant senior finance leadership experience within a medium to large organisation
- Previous experience as a CFO, Head of Finance or similar executive finance leadership role
- Strong commercial acumen and the ability to translate strategy into results




- Expertise in financial planning, reporting, governance and compliance
- Strong understanding of Australian financial, tax and regulatory requirements
- Experience working with Boards, Advisory Boards and executive stakeholders
- Demonstrated capability in systems, reporting and digital transformation initiatives
- A collaborative leadership style aligned to robust organisational values

Highly regarded:

- Experience within wholesale distribution, foodservice, FMCG, logistics or supply chain sectors
- Experience implementing technology, automation or AI-driven business improvements

Why Join The Provedores?

- A values-driven, family-style culture where people are supported, respected and genuinely valued
- The opportunity to contribute to a growing regional business where your role makes a real impact
- A supportive team environment that encourages collaboration, accountability and continuous improvement
- Stability and structure within a well-established business that prioritises long-term success
- The chance to build strong internal and supplier relationships in a role that is critical to smooth business operations
- A genuine opportunity to influence business strategy as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team
- The ability to shape the future of finance, technology and business intelligence within a growing organisation
- T he opportunity to lead meaningful technology and innovation initiatives that shape the future of the organisation

This role requires unrestricted Australian working rights.

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📌 Head of Finance & Technology (Coffs Harbour)
🏢 The Provedores
📍 Coffs Harbour