Chief Financial Officer (CFO) – Strategic Executive Leadership

Location: Sydney, NSW | Hybrid | Full-Time

A leading multinational renewable energy platform is seeking an accomplished Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to drive financial strategy and operational excellence across its Australian operations.

With over $2 billion in total project value and a multi-gigawatt pipeline of solar, BESS, and hybrid developments, this organisation is at the forefront of the energy transition. Backed by global institutional investors and operating with a long-term infrastructure mindset, the company combines the agility of a local team with the scale and credibility of a global platform.

Now entering a new phase of growth, the business is seeking a strategic and hands-on finance leader to work closely with the CEO and executive team in scaling its operations, optimising financial performance, and supporting complex project financing and investment decisions.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading all core finance functions: financial control, reporting, tax, treasury, audit and compliance

Overseeing capital strategy, including project financing, debt structuring and equity management

Managing risk frameworks, forecasting, budgeting and long-term business planning

Supporting M&A activity and driving value creation across new and existing assets

Engaging with shareholders, board members and external stakeholders

Leading and mentoring a multidisciplinary team of ~20 across several finance sub-functions

Aligning finance and HR-related strategy around organisational growth and workforce planning

Ideal candidate profile:

Minimum 10 years’ experience in senior financial leadership roles, ideally within energy, infrastructure or other capital-intensive sectors

Deep knowledge of Australian corporate and tax regulations, IFRS and multi-entity structures

Proven experience in complex project finance, treasury and capital markets

Background in Big 4 advisory, audit or transaction services preferred

Strong stakeholder engagement skills, including board-level communication

A proactive, strategic mindset with a hands-on, pragmatic leadership style

This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing business with a clear mission: to lead the transition to a more sustainable energy future. The organisation offers a collaborative and values-driven culture, meaningful work, and a leadership role with real impact.

To confidentially express your interest or learn more, please get in touch with Rory Corr at [email protected]