Qualifications Bachelor of Business - Accounting (Monash) Bachelor of Arts (Monash) CA - Chartered Accountant
Matt O’Hanlon joined Kearney Group’s leadership team in 2024 as Director of CFO Advisory Services, bringing with him a wealth of experience from both elite sport and the corporate world.
As a Chartered Accountant and seasoned CFO, Matt has held pivotal roles in high-performance environments, including Chief Operating Officer at Western United FC and Head of Football Operations at Essendon Football Club. His career in sport has given him invaluable insights into leadership, culture, and driving success in fast-paced, large-scale organisations.
At Kearney Group, Matt provides strategic CFO services to growing SMEs, helping them leverage financial insights, develop growth strategies, and build high-performing teams supported by strong finance functions. Whether he’s working with busy franchises, hungry start-ups, or established businesses, Matt combines C-suite financial expertise with the strategic insights needed to thrive during periods of growth and change.
Matt is passionate about building strong relationships, mentoring business leaders on the rise, and fostering tight-knit cultures. His leadership is defined by a focus on collaboration, values-driven action, and helping businesses set strategy and realise their vision.