About the Company:

This is a high-impact opportunity for an experienced and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to join a leading NSW Government organisation during a period of significant growth and transformation.

Operating at the centre of major strategic initiatives, the organisation is looking for a CFO who can lead from the front-bringing strong financial stewardship, strategic insight, and hands-on leadership within a complex and evolving environment.

The CFO will be instrumental in shaping financial strategy, strengthening governance frameworks, and supporting large-scale project delivery. This role is well suited to a senior finance leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments and can balance technical expertise with commercial acumen.

About the Role:

• Lead the finance function, ensuring effective allocation and control of financial resources to maximise organisational outcomes
• Manage complex accounting activities across infrastructure and project environments, including cashflow, external borrowings, leases, and grants
• Deliver accurate and timely budgeting, forecasting, and Treasury reporting
• Drive effective financial reporting aligned to internal and external stakeholder requirements
• Provide strategic financial advice and support to executive leadership and project teams
• Lead financial performance analysis, business case development, and funding submissions
• Oversee statutory reporting and manage relationships with Audit & Risk Committee, NSW Treasury, and key government stakeholders
• Implement and maintain financial risk management and governance frameworks
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing finance team

About you:

• CA or CPA qualified
• Proven experience in a CFO or senior finance leadership role within complex, project-based environments
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and cashflow management
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic financial advice and partner with senior stakeholders
• Knowledge of NSW Government financial frameworks and Australian Accounting Standards is highly regarded
• A hands-on leader who can operate effectively in a dynamic, changing environment

This is a rare opportunity to step into a critical leadership role within a highly visible government organisation, where your expertise will directly support the delivery of major infrastructure and long-term strategic outcomes.

If you’re ready to take on a contract role where you can influence at the highest level, connect with Raelene Horn at Mane Consulting today.