Henning Neethling
Director CFO Advisory
“Efficiency and clarity in finance isn’t just good governance, it’s a growth strategy.”
With over 20 years of experience in finance and leadership, Henning Neethling has built his career across globally recognised firms and some of Australia’s most reputable businesses. He began his journey as a Chartered Accountant in South Africa, completing his Articles at PwC and gaining broad exposure across sectors including financial services, real estate, media, and government. Relocating to Australia through the Macquarie Bank CA program, Henning spent close to four years in their real estate division during the GFC, before progressing through senior finance roles across banking, insurance, retail, and media.
Henning has held CFO and executive finance leadership roles at organisations such as Sky News, Hollard Insurance, the Commonwealth Bank, and Winning Group. His ability to lead high-performing teams and embed commercial insights into business operations has positioned him as a trusted advisor to CEOs, boards, and shareholders alike.
Henning brings extensive experience in financial control, planning and analysis, commercial business partnering, and investment strategy. He has led major system integrations, cost optimisation projects, and budget development processes across multiple industries. His strategic approach has driven business transformation, improved profitability, and delivered scalable operational frameworks for long-term success.
Henning is passionate about driving efficiencies for clients by aligning financial functions with business strategy. He focuses on streamlining operations, setting clear expectations, and embedding strong structural foundations—ensuring businesses are built for both resilience and growth.
A collaborative business partner, Henning takes pride in helping clients unlock new levels of performance through practical financial leadership. By aligning financial systems with business drivers, he supports confident decision-making and helps clients realise measurable gains.
When he’s not partnering with clients to deliver commercial outcomes, Henning enjoys keeping fit, playing golf, and spending time with his wife and two kids.
Make an appointment with Henning in our Sydney office today to discover how our team can make THE difference to your financial future.
