Whittens is a family‑owned, national Australian civil construction contractor with over 25 years of experience delivering large‑scale and technically complex FRP, concrete, earthworks, and civil infrastructure projects for major mining and infrastructure clients.
Built on strong relationships and a team‑focused culture, we are committed to creating a safe, supportive, and respectful workplace where our people can grow, contribute, and succeed.
The Role
We are seeking a commercially astute and strategically minded Chief Financial Officer to join our executive team at our Maroochydore Head office. Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, the CFO is responsible for leading the financial strategy, performance, and governance of the business and plays a critical part in driving sustainable growth, strengthening financial discipline, and supporting strategic decision‑making at Board and Executive level.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and oversee all financial operations, including accounts payable and receivable, payroll, and financial reporting
* Deliver accurate and timely monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting, including Board reporting and insights
* Manage the monthly close process and ensure adherence to reporting timetables and standards
* Lead annual budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing financial planning processes across all business units
* Provide strategic financial advice to the CEO and Executive Leadership Team to support growth and operational performance
* Establish and maintain robust governance, compliance, and internal control frameworks across the organisation
* Ensure compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements, including BAS, tax obligations, payroll tax, and corporate reporting
* Drive enterprise risk management practices, including risk identification, mitigation strategies, and ongoing monitoring
* Implement and oversee fraud prevention, detection, and response frameworks to safeguard company assets
* Lead external audit processes and maintain strong relationships with auditors, advisors, and financial institutions
* Drive continuous improvement across financial systems, reporting capability, and digital transformation initiatives, including the use of AI and automation
* Develop and mentor a high‑performing finance team, focusing on capability building, succession planning, and engagement
* Support strategic planning initiatives and play a key role in evaluating growth opportunities, investments, and capital allocation
* Contribute to the Whittens Family Office, including financial oversight and investment strategy support
About You
* Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting (essential); CA/CPA highly regarded
* Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior finance leadership role, ideally within civil construction, contracting, or project‑based industries
* Strong commercial acumen with demonstrated experience partnering at executive and Board level
* Proven capability in financial control, governance, compliance, and enterprise risk management
* Experience leading high‑performing teams and building strong finance functions
* Advanced understanding of project financials, cost control, and forecasting in complex environments
* Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement skills
What we Offer
* Competitive salary package plus super paid weekly
* Work amongst engaged leaders and collaborative project teams
* Work in a culture driven by our “Keeping our mates safe” mantra
* Paid Parental Leave
* Novated Lease options
* Employee Assistance programme
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