Lead Financial Strategy. Enable Sustainable Growth. Drive Social Impact.

Impact of the organisation

For over 75 years, Access Industries has empowered people living with a disability through inclusive services, creating meaningful and sustainable employment that improves lives.

With a strong reputation, long-standing customer relationships, and a balance between social purpose and commercial capability, the organisation is well positioned for future growth and impact.

Their packaging, timber products, sewing divisions and laundry services operate from sites across Seven Hills, Erskine Park, Newcastle and Lithgow, employing a workforce of over 500 people.

Impact you will have in this role

Access Industries is seeking a strategic and commercially astute Chief Financial Officer to lead the organisation’s financial function through a critical period of transformation and growth.

Reporting to the CEO and working closely with the Board, this role will shape the financial strategy that underpins the organisation’s next phase, supporting the delivery of a new strategic plan, while leading significant organisational change, strengthening financial sustainability, modernising systems and processes, and enabling data-driven decision making across the organisation.

This is an opportunity to step into a highly influential executive role where you will lead through complexity, drive transformation at scale, and balance commercial performance with a deep commitment to social impact.

• Lead the financial strategy and stewardship of a complex, purpose-driven organisation during a significant period of transformation
• Drive modernisation of finance systems and processes, including ERP implementation and capability uplift
• Partner closely with the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to lead organisational change and deliver sustainable growth
• Full time, permanent role based in Seven Hills, Sydney, NSW

As CFO, you will oversee all aspects of financial management, including financial planning and analysis, reporting, risk and governance, investment oversight, and pricing strategy. You will act as a trusted advisor, translating financial insights into clear, actionable direction that supports both commercial outcomes and social purpose, while guiding the organisation through change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the organisation’s long term financial strategy aligned to the strategic plan
• Provide high quality financial insights and advice to the CEO and Board during a period of transformation
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, reporting and financial performance across the organisation
• Establish and strengthen pricing and margin management capability to support commercial growth
• Lead the modernisation of the finance function, including the implementation of ERP systems and digital processes
• Ensure robust financial governance, compliance, and risk management frameworks are in place and effective
• Manage investment portfolios and support major capital, infrastructure and property initiatives
• Partner with operational leaders to drive performance, efficiency, and resource optimisation
• Lead and develop a high performing finance team, building capability and leading through change
• Maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including auditors, advisors, customers and funding bodies

About You

You are a commercially driven and values-led financial leader who thrives in complex, evolving environments, brings a strategic and action-oriented approach, and leads with integrity, clarity, and accountability.

To succeed in this role, you will demonstrate:

• Proven ability to develop and deliver financial strategies that support growth, transformation, and sustainability
• Strong ability to balance financial performance with social impact outcomes, making sound and considered decisions
• Experience in modernising finance functions and leading ERP or system implementations through significant change
• Deep understanding of financial controls, compliance, and regulatory frameworks
• Ability to influence and support senior leaders through clear, insightful financial advice
• Confidence engaging with Boards, executives, and external partners
• Ability to translate complex financial data into meaningful insights and action
• A team-oriented leader who builds trust, accountability, and shared ownership across the organisation

You will hold a CPA or CA qualification and bring significant senior financial leadership experience. Experience in manufacturing, supply chain, or complex service environments is highly regarded.

Benefits of Working with Access Industries

• Competitive remuneration package, including FBT benefits available to NFP organisations
• Opportunity to join a long-standing, reputable organisation with a strong social purpose
• Join a newly created executive leadership team, with the opportunity to shape direction, influence strategy, and lead transformation across the organisation
• Play a key leadership role in shaping the future of a growing organisation, delivering meaningful impact
• Work within a collaborative environment alongside an engaged and supportive Board

How to Apply

If you are a values-led financial leader energised by the opportunity to drive sustainable growth while leading transformation and creating meaningful employment outcomes for people living with a disability, we welcome your application.

Apply by clicking "Apply Now" and uploading your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your motivation and fit. To request the candidate pack or make a confidential enquiry, email [email protected] using the subject line: Chief Financial Officer - Access Industries enquiry via EthicalJobs or call Chloe Barton on 04 2616 1985.

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