Sandhurst Club is seeking an exceptional Chief Financial Officer to join the Executive Management Team and take responsibility for the club’s Finance, Human Resources, Risk, and Governance functions.

As a key member of the Executive Management Team (EMT), the CFO contributes to the Club’s strategic and operational goals, ensuring sustainable profitability, strong governance, and an enhanced experience for Members.
The CFO will champion a high-performance culture that values accountability, transparency, and operational excellence while fostering continuous improvement and values-based leadership across all business units.
The role requires building and leading a capable and engaged team, driving cross-departmental collaboration, and ensuring financial and operational objectives align with the Club’s Strategic Plan.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, AND SKILLS
Essential Criteria:

• Commercially astute, Senior Finance Executive with a minimum of 10 years’ leadership experience and at least 5 years in a CFO or equivalent role within a medium to complex organisation.
• CPA or CA qualified- membership current and in good standing.
• Demonstrated experience reporting directly to a Board or Governance/Finance Committee, including presenting financial reports, risk assessments, and capital proposals.
• Deep technical expertise in financial planning and analysis, capital management, cashflow optimisation, and statutory compliance.
• Proven ability to develop, restructure, and lead a finance team – including recruitment, performance management, and capability development.
• Demonstrated expertise in budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning.
• Proven ability to oversee taxation, insurance, and statutory compliance obligations.
• Strong capability in analysing and advising on legal documents, procurement contracts, and tender proposals.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, and financial reporting tools; experience with or appetite for Power BI and dashboard reporting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative leadership style.
• Demonstrated understanding of payroll award interpretation (Registered and Licensed Clubs Award).

Highly Desirable:

• Experience in the golf club, residential community, hospitality, or leisure and lifestyle sector – or comparable complex multi revenue stream environment.
• Demonstrated success leading digital transformation in finance and payroll systems.
• Experience with public entity audit obligations, ASIC reporting, and statutory compliance in a corporate governance framework.
• Familiarity with the Registered and Licensed Clubs Award or similar hospitality and leisure industry payroll frameworks.
• Track record of initiating and managing formal tender and procurement processes.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The CFO is accountable for ensuring all financial, governance, and risk frameworks support the Club’s strategic direction and operational efficiency.
Key areas of responsibility include:

• Financial planning, analysis, and reporting.
• Capital management and cashflow optimisation.
• Human resources and payroll oversight.
• Enterprise risk management and insurance.
• Governance compliance and policy management.
• Financial oversight of IT systems and digital infrastructure.
• Development and monitoring of operational budgets.
• Continuous improvement of internal controls and reporting processes.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive base salary reflective of senior executive market
• Professional development and membership support (CPA/CA)
• Access to Club facilities and amenities