About Our Client Our client is a high-growth, venture-backed climate technology company headquartered in Melbourne, focused on transforming the lithium supply chain through proprietary, next-generation processing technology. Backed by leading global investors across mining, energy, and venture capital, the business is entering a critical phase of commercialisation and scale.
Job Description Financial Leadership & Strategy
Partner with the CEO, Board, and investors to shape financial strategy and support key business decisions
Lead financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting processes aligned to scale-up milestones
Prepare and deliver bi-monthly Board reporting, including insights on performance, cash runway, and strategic initiatives
Support fundraising activities, including financial materials, investor engagement, and due diligence
Financial Operations & Control (Hands-On)
Own the full finance function, including month-end and year-end close processes
Maintain accurate financial records, including GL management, reconciliations, and reporting integrity
Oversee day-to-day accounting operations, ensuring strong financial discipline and controls
Manage and optimise finance systems, processes, and reporting frameworks
Compliance, Tax & Audit
Lead all tax compliance and regulatory reporting requirements (local and international as required)
Manage external advisors and oversee the annual audit process end-to-end
Ensure compliance with accounting standards, governance requirements, and investor expectations
Grants & Government Funding
Take ownership of Australian government grants and funding programs, including application support, reporting, and compliance
Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate tracking and utilisation of grant funding
Commercial & Investor Engagement
Act as a key interface with investors, board members, and private equity / venture partners
Support commercial decision-making through robust financial analysis and insights
Contribute to strategic initiatives including partnerships, project development, and international expansion
Financial Modelling & Scale-Up
Initially support and eventually take full ownership of financial modelling, including scenario analysis, capital planning, and project economics
Build scalable financial infrastructure to support rapid growth and operational complexity
Lead the build-out of the finance function, including future hiring, systems, and process design
The Successful Applicant Core Experience
Proven experience in a Head of Finance / CFO (or 2IC) role within a high-growth, VC/PE-backed business
Demonstrated success scaling a business from Series A through to later-stage growth
Strong technical accounting foundation with hands‑on ownership of core finance processes
Experience managing audits, tax, and compliance in a growing organisation
Exposure to capital raising and investor engagement
Highly Desirable
Experience working with or managing government grants / R&D funding (Australia)
Background in deep‑tech, climate tech, energy, mining, or infrastructure‑heavy environments
Experience working with institutional investors, venture capital, or private equity stakeholders
Advanced financial modelling capability
Personal Attributes
Roll‑up‑your‑sleeves mentality - comfortable operating at both strategic and detailed levels
Commercially minded with strong problem‑solving capability
Ability to operate in a fast‑paced, evolving environment with ambiguity
Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders
Builder mindset - motivated to create and scale systems, teams, and processes
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