Neevn Jobs › Job roles › CFO, Infrastructure & Project Finance › Australia
💼 Chief Financial Officer (CFO) — Infrastructure & Project Finance in Australia
Time-zone distance matters for Australian employers, so async-friendly specialists stand out.
$90–$290 / hour≈ $11,700–$37,700 / monthAU
Lead financial strategy, project funding, treasury, reporting and risk management for infrastructure and project-based businesses. Time-zone distance is the main factor, so look for async-friendly candidates and clear written reporting. This is usually a senior appointment, full-time or fractional, with a notice period and performance-linked pay.
Rates by city
| City | Hourly (USD) | Monthly (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | $105–$330 | $13,650–$42,900 |
| Melbourne | $95–$300 | $12,350–$39,000 |
| Brisbane | $90–$290 | $11,700–$37,700 |
| Perth | $95–$300 | $12,350–$39,000 |
| Adelaide | $85–$275 | $11,050–$35,750 |
| Canberra | $95–$300 | $12,350–$39,000 |
| Gold Coast | $85–$275 | $11,050–$35,750 |
| Newcastle | $85–$275 | $11,050–$35,750 |
| Hobart | $80–$260 | $10,400–$33,800 |
| Darwin | $85–$275 | $11,050–$35,750 |
Key responsibilities
- Lead financial planning, budgeting and forecasting
- Structure project finance and funding packages
- Manage treasury, liquidity and lender relationships
- Oversee reporting, audit and tax compliance
Skills employers look for
- Project and infrastructure finance
- Treasury and cash management
- Financial reporting standards
- Investor and lender communication
Tools and standards
Typical deliverables
- Board financial reports
- Annual budget and long-range plan
- Funding and financing strategy
How success is measured
- Reporting accuracy and audit outcomes
- Liquidity and covenant headroom
- Cost of capital
Common challenges
- Changing interest rates and funding conditions
- Volatile project cash flows
Work modes
CFO, Infrastructure & Project Finance assignments are commonly offered as freelance, remote, hybrid or onsite work. Agree the mode, hours and reporting upfront.
Hiring tip
Ask for an example of a financing they structured and how they handled a covenant or liquidity squeeze.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a CFO, Infrastructure & Project Finance cost in Australia?
Indicative CFO, Infrastructure & Project Finance rates for Australia are about $90–$290 per hour, or $11,700–$37,700 per month for regular work.
What should I know before hiring in Australia?
Time-zone distance is the main factor, so look for async-friendly candidates and clear written reporting.
Which cities in Australia do you cover?
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Hobart, Darwin.
More: role guide · all roles in Australia
Ready to get started? Order directly on our main website, or email orders@neevn.in.
Order now at neevn.in