Chief Financial Officer (Cfo)

Bloc is a project delivery, planning and construction firm originating from Canberra. With operations in ACT, NSW and Queensland, Bloc specialises in high-end residential, commercial and retail projects. Bloc have an outstanding reputation in the community for the highest of quality.  

They are a private company with a performance-driven culture achieving best in class through an ethos of continuous improvement, precision, and unwavering commitment to quality. Bloc have built many iconic buildings in Canberra and deliver a broad spectrum of developments including commercial, residential, retail / refurbishment, and construction management. They also are active in the development space, partnering with investors to deliver between 5 – 8 projects at any given time.

We have recruited for Bloc’s corporate team for over 10 years and know them to be an exceptional company and employer with a strong finance team and positive culture.
 
The Opportunity

The CFO is an integral member of the leadership team and works closely with the Board and Senior Management to deliver the objectives of the company. 

This is an opportunity to join a very well established, profitable and professional construction/development business with strong relationships built on trust with some of Canberra’s most prominent developers.  There is a wide range of strategic challenges to get your teeth into as they look to continuously improve and evolve as a business. Given their size (120 staff and ~$500M annual turnover), Bloc qualify for annual ASIC audits and are continuously improving their governance and risk management practices. 

The CFO has a key role leading Board meetings and is involved in the strategy of the business, especially in executing on development investments.
 
The Role

The CFO will work closely with the Directors in structuring the financial affairs and corporate governance of the group in a way that accurately informs the business to make astute commercial decisions. 

The role will lead the finance function including financial planning and budgeting, and will oversight corporate operations including IT, the Office and Human Resource Management.  The role will ensure the ongoing development and monitoring of control systems designed to preserve company assets and report accurate financial results.
 
Key responsibilities include:

• Provide leadership, direction and management to the finance and accounting team
• Chair Board meetings and provide financial strategic recommendations including via Board reporting. Provide advice on long term business and financial planning
• Manage processes for financial forecasting, including preparation of budgets and cash flows
• Oversee the preparation of all financial reporting including management accounts, annual consolidated financial statements, and manage the audit process
• Oversee the preparation of all taxation returns and work closely with the external accountants on tax compliance and planning
• Assist with implementing feasibilities into new projects including the preparation of cash flows, calculation of rates of return and determination of capital requirements as well as the provision of advice on optimum financial and legal structures
• Management of the Company’s cash flow and capital requirements including securing the necessary project finance
• Establish, develop and maintain positive working relationships with the Board, Executive, Shareholders, Financiers, Auditors, Accountants and other stakeholders
• Oversee and maintain the Company’s corporate systems and make recommendations on improvements and enhancements 

To be successful in this role you will have a minimum 2 - 3 years’ experience in a CFO role of a medium or large property or construction business requiring sophisticated strategic financial leadership.

You will pride yourself on your strong technical background, and ability to think strategically as you steer towards a strong financial future for an organisation. You will be a skilled leader with exceptional communication skills and strong commercial acumen, with the ability to influence and engage across all levels.

This opportunity will reward an energetic, driven and committed CPA/CA with opportunities to enhance your professional, personal and financial future.
 
Salary / Rate

• Circa $250k + Super + incentives (negotiable)
• Free parking
• Generous, unique employee benefits (e.g. in-house chef)
• This position is located in the head office in Yarralumla, Canberra 

This role is available Exclusively through HorizonOne
 
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link.
 
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Alan Larby on 02 6108 4*** quoting ref no. 19235
 
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