Chief Financial Officer | Transformation, Capital Strategy & FinTech Growth

A commercially astute CFO-level executive with 20+ years’ experience leading finance functions across high-growth FinTech, corporate, and public sector environments. Brings a strong track record of guiding organisations from early-stage growth through to listing, with deep expertise in capital raising, financial strategy, and business transformation.


Recognised for combining strategic financial leadership with operational execution, this candidate partners closely with CEOs, Boards, and investors to drive performance, clarity, and sustainable growth. Highly experienced in complex stakeholder environments, with the ability to balance commercial outcomes, governance, and long-term value creation.


Key Strengths & Experience:

  • Capital Raising & Funding Strategy: Extensive experience leading capital raises across multiple stages of growth, engaging investors, and securing funding to support expansion and scaling
  • End-to-End FinTech Lifecycle: Proven track record within FinTech environments from start-up through to IPO/listing, navigating rapid growth, regulatory complexity, and market pressures
  • Financial Transformation: Led transformation initiatives across finance functions, embedding digital finance capabilities, improving reporting, and driving efficiency
  • Strategic Business Partnering: Trusted advisor to CEOs and Boards, translating financial insights into strategic decisions that drive business performance
  • Operational & Cost Optimisation: Delivered measurable cost savings and improved operational efficiency through disciplined financial management and process improvement
  • Governance & Risk: Strong expertise in governance frameworks, compliance, and managing financial risk across both corporate and public sector settings


Known for a commercially driven and outcomes-focused approach, this executive delivers clarity in complex environments and drives alignment between financial strategy and business objectives. A strong fit for organisations undergoing growth, transformation, or capital event.


Additional Information:

  • Target remuneration: $300k+
  • Open to CFO / senior finance executive opportunities


Want to meet this candidate? Contact James Purtell on 02 9220 3400 / 0423 700 837 or email jamesp@coxpurtell.com.au