Chief Financial Officer

Brown & Chase Executive Search | Horton International • Full-time • Greater Sydney Area, AU • 1w ago

Chief Financial Officer

Hospitality Division – multiple locations
Hands-on, leadership style with the ability to identify opportunities
Fluent Mandarin is essential

Our client is a key part of an international business with an established Australian operation delivering a portfolio of high-end residences, boutique developments and commercial spaces. Their projects combine award‑worthy architecture with practical, future‑focused sustainability—creating lasting value for owners, tenants and communities.

The CFO is a key member of the executive leadership team, responsible for setting the strategic direction of the function and lead the planning and delivery of financial strategies, corporate financial management and contract management aligned with the organisation’s strategic priorities and business need. The role will also require you to:

Partner with the Managing Director and Group CFO to develop and execute the long-term financial strategy.
Provide commercial insight to support growth initiatives, investments, M&A, and expansion across domestic and international markets.
Translate financial performance into clear, actionable insights for executive and Board-level decision-making.
Focus on local funding options and work closely with a network of future investors.

Qualifications & Experience

CPA or CA qualified (or equivalent international qualification recognised in Australia).
Proven CFO or senior finance leadership experience within a medium to large organisation.
Demonstrated experience working with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders, investors, or operations.
Strong background in commercial analysis, and executive-level reporting.
Leverage an established local network across the finance and investment sectors.

The role provides an outstanding opportunity to be part of an ongoing success story. For an initial discussion, please contact Brian Russell 0411851007.