The CompanyOur client is a privately owned group with a diverse portfolio spanning property development, property investment and hospitality operations.
Backed by a hands-on, experienced ownership group, they are seeking a senior finance leader to act as a trusted commercial and financial adviser to the Directors.The RoleReporting directly to the Group Directors, you will be responsible for managing a small finance team.
This is a senior leadership role responsible for the financial management, financial strategy and commercial oversight of the Group.
This is not simply an accounting or Financial Controller role.
Whilst technical accounting capability is essential, the successful candidate must be able to interpret the numbers, identify the key issues, assess their commercial implications and make clear recommendations directly to the Directors.Your key responsibilities will include, but will not restricted to:Acting as principal financial adviser to the Directors, providing clear and concise financial and commercial analysisTaking overall responsibility for Group cash flow, liquidity and short-, medium- and long-term forecastingManaging banking relationships, debt facilities, covenants and refinancing processesPreparing feasibilities, funding analysis and financial information for lenders and investorsReviewing development feasibilities, project budgets, costs, cash flow and profitabilityProviding financial input into acquisitions, developments, disposals and JV structuresLeading, mentoring and developing the Finance team, and building a proactive,



accountable finance functionOverseeing Group tax, compliance and statutory reporting obligations, including BAS, PAYG, payroll tax and FBTReviewing financial reporting and budgets for the Group's hotel and operating businessSupporting business planning, capital structuring and value creation across the GroupThe Successful CandidateYou will be a well credentialled Finance Leader, with significant experience within the Property Development sector.
To be successful in this role, the following will be highly regarded:CA or CPA qualificationProven experience leading and managing a finance teamStrong accounting and financial management capability, with strong cash flow forecasting and financial planning experienceExperience with banking, debt and refinancingStrong commercial judgement and financial analysis skills, with the ability to work directly with business owners and senior executivesExperience with development funding, lender negotiation, complex debt structures, JV or capital structuring highly regardedMulti-entity group experience, and experience dealing with lenders, investors and professional advisersThe BenefitsA genuine right-hand role to the Directors, with real influence over commercial and investment decisionsExposure to a diverse portfolio spanning property development, investment and hospitalityLeadership of an established finance function with the prospect to shape its systems, processes and cultureAutonomy and trust from a hands-on, experienced ownership groupAttractive salary package
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📌 Head Of Finance - Property Development (Melbourne)
🏢 Align Talent
📍 Melbourne