Mentor at the executive table — no operational load Shape strategy. Strengthen governance. Drive growth. Part-time impact with top-tier remuneration Guide Strategy. Build Capability. Mentor at the Top. Smith & Co Recruitment has partnered with BDO to recruit for a household name in the Brisbane Automotive space! Our client is seeking an experienced CFO with experience in the automotive space to provide strategic financial guidance and executive-level mentorship within a large scale growing organisation. This is a part-time, high-impact role suited to a senior finance leader who enjoys shaping thinking, strengthening governance, and advising leaders rather than running day-to-day finance operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on influence, perspective, and partnership—working closely with senior leaders to sharpen commercial decision-making and support sustainable growth. What You'll Do: - Act as a trusted mentor and sounding board for CFO, senior leaders and executives - Provide strategic guidance on financial planning, forecasting, and budgeting - Support leadership teams with commercial insights and risk management advice - Strengthen financial governance, reporting frameworks, and decision-making discipline - Translate complex financial concepts into clear, practical guidance for non-financial leaders - Advise on growth initiatives, investment decisions, and long-term sustainability - Build financial capability across the organisation through coaching and mentorship You Bring: - Extensive experience as a CFO or senior finance executive - Proven ability to mentor, advise, and influence at executive or board level - Strong commercial acumen with a strategic, outcomes-focused mindset - Confidence communicating complex financial matters in a clear and relatable way - A collaborative, pragmatic approach suited to a part-time advisory role - High professional credibility and sound judgement Why Join This Role: - Part-time flexibility with meaningful strategic impact - Competitive remuneration to commensurate with experience - Opportunity to mentor and influence without operational burden - Work alongside senior leaders who value insight, experience, and perspective - A role focused on legacy, leadership development, and long-term value creation Why Choose Smith & Co? At Smith & Co, we recruit differently. We're relationship-led, straight-talking, and deeply invested in delivering the right outcome for both clients and candidates. We value integrity, move quickly, and focus on quality over volume—no fluff, no cookie-cutter recruitment. We build teams that last.