- Seeking established CFO with deep experience driving investment, capital and commercial decision making
- Broad finance, technology and procurement remit - trusted adviser to CEO and ELT
- Offices located in Burwood
- Competitive remuneration, plus generous incentive scheme
Sonnel is a long-standing, privately owned operator of pubs, entertainment venues, accommodation, gaming and hospitality businesses. They have seen sustained growth over the years, with an actively expanding footprint currently sitting at 20 venues across Sydney
The opportunity exists for a strategic CFO with strong investment discipline to join at a key juncture, to support their Group’s growth agenda and drive towards best practice.
Overseeing a broad, high-impact remit covering capital strategy and structuring, financial integrity, technology direction, and commercial performance - leading the Finance, and Technology functions as a trusted partner to the CEO and Board.
- Oversee investment, capital allocation, funding, and acquisitions, introducing disciplined evaluation, effective governance, financial modelling, and successful execution and integration of growth opportunities
- Strategic partner to the CEO and Board, providing commercial and financial leadership to support business growth, investment decisions, and long-term strategy
- Lead financial strategy and performance, including long-term planning, budgeting, forecasting, financial modelling, and proactive insight to drive informed decision-making
- Ensure strong financial governance, reporting, treasury, and risk management, maintaining compliance, robust controls, and effective stakeholder relationships
- Drive digital transformation and technology strategy, championing AI, automation, systems integration, data capability, and cybersecurity to improve business performance
- Lead commercial efficiency initiatives, optimising supplier performance, cost management, and value creation across the business
- Develop and lead high-performing Finance and Technology teams, fostering collaboration, capability, accountability, and a culture of continuous improvement
- Enable sustainable business growth through disciplined financial management, strategic leadership, and a focus on operational excellence.
Experience and Qualifications
- CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent); MBA or post-graduate qualifications advantageous
- Proven CFO (or equivalent) with multi-site sector experience (hospitality, retail, healthcare or consumer businesses)
- Deep experience in investment structuring, capital allocation, banking relationships, and debt optimization
- Strong track record with financial modelling (corporate valuation / 3-way models)
- Demonstrated track record leading financial transformations, ERP enhancements, and acquisition activity
- Experience with trust structures, complex group entities, and Board-level governance; proven experience advising on dividend and distribution policy, is highly regarded
Why Sonnel?
A rare opportunity to shape the future direction of one of Australia's most ambitious hospitality groups, whilst offering the balance of a stable and collaborative environment.
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