At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead finance operations, reporting, and strategy for a growing consumer brand.
- Company: Established Australian consumer brand backed by private equity.
- Benefits: Opportunity for career growth, direct exposure to the Board, and influence on commercial decisions.
- Other info: Great pathway to CFO-level responsibilities as the company expands.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and shape the future of a brand with international reach.
- Qualifications: CA/CPA-qualified with experience in finance, preferably in consumer products or retail.
The predicted salary is between 121500 - 148500 $ per year.
An established Australian consumer brand with a growing international footprint is seeking a Head of Finance to support its next phase of expansion. Backed by private equity and led by an accomplished entrepreneurial founder, the business has plans to triple in size, creating significant scope for the role to grow alongside it.
You will work directly with a Founder & CEO who has built an internationally recognised brand and gain direct exposure to the Board of private equity investors. This brings the opportunity to influence commercial decisions, contribute to the growth strategy and learn from experienced business builders and investors.
The initial remit combines ownership of finance with close involvement in business operations. Responsibilities include:
- Lead financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow and working capital management
- Provide commercial insight into profitability by product, customer, channel and country
- Work closely with suppliers, production and logistics teams on inventory, costs and margins
- Oversee international entity reporting, foreign exchange and financial controls
- Develop systems, processes and reporting to support a larger, more complex business
- Lead the finance team and support the CEO, General Manager, Board and investor with clear analysis and recommendations
The scope for career development is substantial. As the business scales, the role is expected to expand across finance, operations and strategy, offering a pathway towards broader CFO-level responsibility. You will have the opportunity to build your investor-facing experience, develop a close commercial partnership with the founder, and take on increasing responsibility as the company grows.
This could suit a Finance Manager or Financial Controller ready to step up from a larger organisation, or someone already leading finance and operations within a smaller business.
We are interested in CA/CPA-qualified professionals with experience in consumer products, FMCG, retail or a related inventory-based business. Practical ownership of reporting, cash flow and inventory, together with an understanding of what drives profitability, will provide a strong foundation. Private equity experience would be an advantage but is not essential.
Applicants must have full working rights in Australia.
Head of Finance employer: JMES (Jon Michel Executive Search)
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Contact Details:
JMES (Jon Michel Executive Search) Recruitment Team
