About me

Hi, I am Greg

Founder & Executive Director

 

I am one of the Founders and an Executive Director for [axr]. I lead our Career Advisory and Transformation practice and specialise in Accounting, Finance and Business Transformation Recruitment. I’m also one of the Program Directors for The [axr] CFO Incubator.

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About Greg

After graduating from University with a Major in Business, I commenced my career on a graduate program with German multi-national BASF. I made my first move to recruitment in 1993 with a leading international recruitment company, followed by a stint in a growing Australian specialist. In 2003, Greg O’Shea and I established [axr] to focus on providing genuinely specialised niche recruitment and search solutions in accounting and finance.

With over 20 years of in-depth knowledge of the Australian and Sydney market, I bring significant experience and knowledge to any mandate. I love working closely with top ASX 300, multinational and private companies, to secure the best talent for finance, leadership and operational teams. However, one of the things I am most proud of is that I have mentored and educated numerous professionals to make great career decisions throughout my career.

On my own time, I mix my professional endeavours with quality time with my family and a passion for sport, especially anything on 2 wheels like cycling and motorcycling. There is still the occasional (and sometimes forgettable) visit to a golf course or if the sun is out and the surf is under 3-foot, I may drop in on the occasional wave.

What my clients say

Caspar Deman

The consultants at AXR provided extensive and insightful feedback on both my CV and my overall approach to finding a new role. Would recommend to anyone either looking for a role or hiring

Ana Zita Metelo

AXR are a very professional recruitment agency focused on delivering good results to job applicants and corporates

Vargi Thillainathan

AXR have strong links into business across Sydney and build strong relationships with candidates.

Mark Wratten

Great team. Experienced, down to earth.

Carey Michelle

I highly recommend AXR and the two Greg’s. They are easy to work with, highly professional with great career advice and provide very insightful feedback. They care about not only the right professional fit but cultural fit too and are well connected in Sydney. I love also that they provide the CFO Incubator program and are giving back to the Sydney Finance community.

Hugh Sinclair

The best in the business. I have had experience as both a candidate and a client and Greg and Rick are always professional, insightful and diligent. I highly recommend.

James Roberts

I cannot speak highly enough of the advice and support Greg O’Shea, Greg McKenzie and team have provided me in my recent career move. In the end, my role was not secured through AXR, but Greg O’Shea was willing to help behind the scenes on my behalf and I am convinced that this got my foot in the door. To me, that’s a sign of a recruitment team that truly cares about the candidate experience and about fostering genuine relationships. I look forward to staying connected with AXR and working together in the future.

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Latest Jobs

Finance Business Partner

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A great opportunity in commercial finance with a well-established ASX listed company

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Senior Management Accountant

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A great contract opportunity for a senior management accountant with a large engineering services company

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Commercial Analyst - Supply Chain

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Opportunity for a dynamic, up and coming commercial analyst to flex their business partnering skills with an FMCG leader

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Financial Controller

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Lead global finance, drive strategy, unify teams. Seek critical thinker with reporting & EQ skills. Fantastic leadership team in place.

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Head of FP&A

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Head of FP&A for a well-established Fin-Tech that will be a true strategic partner and financial leader at the ELT level

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TAX DIRECTOR - Top 40 Chartered Firm - Lead the Tax Team !

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New Role; Need a Fresh Career Challenge ? High Growth National Firm; Quality Private Clients Advisory matters; Work/Life Balance; Develop a Team.

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Finance Manager - Operations

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Great opportunity for an Operational Finance Manager working for a renowned ASX listed company in the Media & Entertainment sector.

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Commercial Finance Manager

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Great opportunity as Commercial Finance Manager for a large private company based in Inner West Sydney

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Senior Financial Analyst

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Newly created Senior Financial Analyst for a large infrastructure organisation with a phenomenal organisation and leader

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Manager / Senior Manager - Pathway to partnership

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Step into a Manager role with genuine Partnership pathway. Lead clients , mentor a team, and shape the future of a leading chartered firm.

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Corporate Finance Manager

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Great opportunity as Corporate Finance Manager of a large Australian business in the sports industry

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Head of Financial Control

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Lead a transformative finance function as Head of Financial Control for a fast-growing ASX-listed tech company. Drive success with strategic vision

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Group Financial Controller

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Exciting opportunity at a multinational industrial services organisation to play a critical and lead Finance role as Group Financial Controller

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QLD Business Partner - Perm

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Finance Business partnering role across multiple manufacturing sites, perfect for someone looking to help shape and drive performance outcomes

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TAX (SME portfolio) - Leading Australian Wealth Mgt Group

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New role to setup the Tax practice; Existing Quality SME and Family Clients requiring compliance needs; Work/Life Balance; Suit CA/CPA from small firm

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Financial Planning & Analysis Director

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Fantastic opportunity as Financial Planning & Analysis Director of an ASX listed company

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Finance Systems Manager

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A growing infrastructure business are looking for a Finance Systems Manager to drive a critical finance transformation program using TechnologyOne

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Senior Financial Accountant

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The perfect first Senior Financial Accountant role for someone with property experience. One direct report and impressive mentors waiting for you.

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NSW Business Partner - Perm

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Finance Business partnering role across multiple manufacturing sites, perfect for someone looking to help shape and drive performance outcomes

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Senior Financial Accountant

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Take this exciting opportunity to join one of Australia's biggest brands, with hands-on exposure to exciting projects and a clear development plan

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