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Emma Walsh
Sydney,Australia
Summary
Accomplished and results-driven Accountancy and Finance recruitment leader with over 24 years of experience specializing in senior contracting and interim executive appointments. Recognized as a trusted advisor to ASX-listed organizations, global multinationals, and high-growth SMEs, with a proven ability to place high-impact finance leaders in complex and transformational environments. Established a strong reputation for commercial insight, deep market knowledge, and fostering long-term partnerships. Expertise in leading and developing high-performing teams has consistently driven revenue growth while contributing to professional development through targeted training and industry initiatives.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager – Accountancy & Finance (Contract & Interim)
Moir Group
04.2010 - Current
- Lead, manage, and develop a team of three interim and contract recruitment consultants, driving performance, capability, and engagement.
- Operate as a hands-on recruitment consultant, specialising in the placement of senior accountants and finance professionals across interim and contract roles.
- Consistently meet and exceed annual budgets, with personal and team revenue performance of $500k–$600k per annum.
- Own and manage the budget, forecasting, and revenue performance for the interim and contract desk.
- Partner closely with clients to deliver end-to-end recruitment solutions, including taking detailed briefs, advising on market conditions, and successfully filling roles.
- Drive new business development through client meetings, relationship management, referrals, and proactive market engagement.
- Conduct senior-level candidate interviews, assess suitability, and prepare high-quality written interview notes and client reports.
- Build and maintain long-term relationships with CFOs, Finance Directors, and senior finance leaders across ASX-listed, global, and SME organisations.
- Represent Moir Group as a speaker and host at CFO-level and senior finance events, strengthening brand presence and client engagement.
- Recognised as a trusted advisor for complex, time-critical, and high-impact interim appointments.
- Senior recruitment leader specialising in interim and senior contract finance appointments across NSW.
- Successfully placed high-calibre interim CFOs, Finance Directors, Controllers, and transformation leaders into ASX-listed and multinational organisations.
- Built and maintained a strong network of senior finance professionals and executive decision-makers.
- Consistently exceeded revenue and performance targets through market expertise and trusted client relationships.
- Lead, mentor, and develop consultants, contributing to sustained business growth and team capability.
- Actively involved in training, learning initiatives, and industry seminars, supporting professional development across Moir Group.
- Recognised for solving complex hiring challenges and delivering outcomes in time-critical and high-risk environments.
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Consultant – Executive Contract Division (Part-Time)
Talent2
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Established and grew the Executive Contract Division from a standing start.
- Developed a targeted client base across selected industry sectors.
- Built interim and contract solutions for senior finance and executive roles.
Recruitment Manager – Accountancy & Finance
Hays Accountancy & Finance
01.1999 - 01.2006
- Managed recruitment across permanent and contract finance roles within the UK market.
- Built strong client and candidate relationships across commerce and industry.
- Developed early expertise in senior finance recruitment prior to specialising in executive interim markets.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
12-1993
Skills
- Senior Interim & Contract Executive Recruitment
- Executive-Level Interviewing & Assessment
- Career Coaching & Professional Advisory for Finance Leaders
- Placement of CFO, Finance Director & Senior Finance Leadership Roles
- Revenue, Budget & Forecast Management
- Team Leadership, Coaching & Capability Development
- Business Development, Client Growth & Relationship Management
- Troubleshooting and problem resolution
Accomplishments
- 14+ years of sustained performance and client retention
- Strong reputation for discretion, gravitas, and executive-level delivery
- Trusted advisor on interim leadership, change, and transformation hiring
Interests
Timeline
Senior Manager – Accountancy & Finance (Contract & Interim)
Moir Group
04.2010 - Current
Consultant – Executive Contract Division (Part-Time)
Talent2
01.2006 - 01.2008
Recruitment Manager – Accountancy & Finance
Hays Accountancy & Finance
01.1999 - 01.2006
Bachelor’s Degree - Nursing
University of Technology Sydney
Professional Profile
- Deeply networked within the senior finance and executive interim market
- Commercial, pragmatic, and outcome-focused
- Known for discretion, integrity, and long-term partnerships
- Passionate about connecting people with meaningful, high-impact opportunities