CFO-Renewable Energy role in Sydney

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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.