The Company Our client is a privately-owned, Australian manufacturing SME undergoing an exciting phase of growth and transformation. With a strong domestic customer base and increasing demand across new markets, the business is scaling up operations, investing in systems, and building out its senior leadership team. Backed by long-term strategic planning and a clear vision for the future, this company combines the agility of an SME with the ambition and momentum of a larger enterprise. Culture is collaborative, fast-paced, and driven by innovation and continuous improvement. The Role We are seeking an experienced and commercially astute Finance Director to join the executive team and lead the financial function through the next phase of growth. This role offers a rare blend of strategic influence and operational control, ideal for a hands-on finance leader who thrives in a dynamic SME environment. Reporting to the CEO, the Finance Director will be a key business partner, contributing to high-level planning while ensuring financial rigour, compliance, and efficiency across all aspects of the business. Responsibilities Develop and execute financial strategies to support short- and long-term growth Lead all aspects of financial management including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow, and reporting Provide strategic insights and commercial support to the CEO and leadership team Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory financial requirements Implement and enhance financial systems, reporting tools, and internal controls Drive performance improvement initiatives across finance and operations Oversee risk management, audit, and governance frameworks Manage and mentor a small but capable finance team Support business cases for capital investment, product development, and market expansion Prepare financial reports and dashboards for the Board and executive stakeholders Your Skills & Experience CA/CPA qualified with 8-12 years' experience, including senior finance roles Experience in manufacturing, engineering, or product-based environments Comfortable in a fast-paced SME setting-hands-on, adaptable, and commercially focused Strong strategic thinking and business partnering skills Demonstrated success in process improvement and financial transformation Apply today! Applications will be accepted by submitting your CV directly via email to Vicky Tan on vicky.tan@roberthalf.com.au Please note that due to the large numbers of responses expected, it may be difficult to respond with a personal message to every application. By clicking 'apply', you give your express consent that Robert Half may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you from time to time for future employment opportunities. For further information on how Robert Half processes your personal information and how to access and correct your information, please read the Robert Half privacy notice: https://www.roberthalf.com/au/en/privacy. Please do not submit any sensitive personal data to us in your resume (such as government ID numbers, ethnicity, gender, religion, marital status or trade union membership) as we do not collect your sensitive personal data at this time.