Chief Financial Officer

Chief Financial OfficerNewly created executive leadership roleFull accountability for finance, commercial services, and strategic reportingBased in Cairns, supporting Defence maritime sustainment from a key regional hubKorn Ferry is pleased to be partnering with NORSTA Maritime in the appointment of the Chief Financial Officer based in Cairns, Queensland.NORSTA Maritime Headquartered in Cairns, Queensland, NORSTA Maritime is a sovereign Australian provider of maritime sustainment services. The company delivers compliant, scalable solutions in vessel maintenance, shipbuilding, and maritime logistics to Defence and commercial clients., Norsta supports Regional Maintenance Provider services from its Portsmith (QLD) facility, with a strong focus on local capability, veteran employment, and continuous improvement.Role This newly created executive role offers a unique opportunity to lead the financial and corporate services function for NORSTA Maritime. The successful candidate will assume full accountability for financial strategy, statutory compliance, and performance reporting across the organisation.Leading the development and execution of financial plans, policies, and reporting frameworksOverseeing commercial, operationsDriving financial sustainability, risk management, and operational efficiencyManaging relationships with auditors, insurers and financiersFostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and team developmentRequirements The ideal candidate will be a commercially focused finance executive with:Extensive senior leadership experience in financial management within complex, service-oriented environmentsA proven track record in statutory compliance, financial strategy, and stakeholder engagementStrong commercial acumen, analytical capability, and exceptional communication skillsDemonstrated success in leading high-performing finance and corporate services teamsExpertise in budgeting, reporting, risk management, and financial systems (Dynamics365 Business Central desirable)A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, Finance, or a related discipline, with current CPA or CA membership