" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eGM - Commercial Finance - Property, Construction and Hotel Group\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14813\"\u003e Accounting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14814\"\u003e Finance Manager \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14815\"\u003e Sydney \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"14816\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 8/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhere should we invest? Which assets could perform better? What will genuinely improve revenue, profitability and long-term returns?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThese are the questions at the heart of this newly defined leadership role with a substantial, privately owned Australian property group.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe business combines an established asset base, multiple income streams and a long-term investment mindset. Its scale creates meaningful commercial complexity; its private ownership means the business can be nimble and take advantage do commercial opportunities without bureaucracy.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting directly to the CFO, you will turn financial and operational information into clear recommendations, challenge assumptions constructively and help the business make better decisions about asset performance, funding and investment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e There is a strong foundation in financial discipline. The next opportunity is to deepen the commercial insight behind it\u0026mdash;particularly around revenue growth, return on capital and how the portfolio can perform better.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorking closely with the CFO and operational leaders, you will:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead budgeting, forecasting and performance reporting across divisions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify opportunities to improve revenue, margins and asset returns, translating analysis into practical action.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild financial models and scenario analysis to assess capital expenditure, development and investment options.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupport capital allocation through robust appraisal of cash flows, risk and expected returns.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartner with the CFO on treasury, funding requirements, debt facilities and lender reporting.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and develop a lean finance team, strengthening its commercial contribution.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove reporting, data quality and automation so the business gets more useful insight with less manual effort.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e The value you bring will be measured by the quality of your judgement and the decisions you help improve, alongside the accuracy of the numbers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is an established, privately owned business with experienced operators, long-standing relationships and a direct communication style.\u003cbr\u003e You will need to earn trust, understand how the assets operate and be comfortable getting into the detail. There is room to improve the way things are done, but successful change will come through sound evidence, practical recommendations and bringing people with you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e You will bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eEvidence of improving revenue, profitability or return on capital\u0026mdash;not simply producing better reports.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong financial modelling, investment appraisal and cash-flow analysis skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe confidence to explain your recommendation, defend its assumptions and adjust when the evidence changes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience partnering with senior operational stakeholders and building credibility across a business.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA hands-on approach to team leadership, problem-solving and improving finance processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe maturity to navigate an entrepreneurial environment where relationships and delivery matter.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e Experience in property, construction, accommodation, investment portfolios or another capital-intensive sector would be valuable. Candidates from other sectors will also be considered where they can demonstrate relevant commercial impact and strong investment thinking.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Why consider it? This is an opportunity to apply your finance experience to substantial operating assets and consequential investment decisions.\u003cbr\u003e You will have direct access to the CFO and the senior leadership team, a broad portfolio to influence and the opportunity to build a stronger commercial finance function. For someone who enjoys ownership, tangible assets and seeing their recommendations put into practice, the scope is compelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo apply, please click \"Apply for this job\" below or contact David Trapnell of Appreciating Talent at david@appreciatingtalent.com.au quoting reference DT4079661\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003eAbout us:\u0026nbsp;Appreciating Talent is a specialist\u0026nbsp;recruitment firm, created and owned by a small group of Sydney\u0027s most successful and longest-serving Accounting \u0026amp; Finance recruitment\u0026nbsp;professionals. Between us we have over 100 years of in-depth market knowledge and networks across Sydney, covering the entire Commercial Accounting market from CFO\u0027s down to Accounts Payable officers, and everything in between. 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