First State Super creates CFO role

First State Super has confirmed the appointment of Tim Elliott as the fund's chief financial officer, effective April 2017.

In this newly-created role, Elliott is responsible for leading the $55.4 billion fund's finance, technology and workplace environment.

Previously he was the chief operating officer and chief financial officer at StatePlus, the financial advice firm purchased by First State Super in 2016.

He brings over 23 years' experience to his new role, having previously worked for specialist infrastructure fund manager CP2, Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore, Macquarie Bank and CBA Wealth Management.

Commenting on his appointment, First State Super CEO, Michael Dwyer, said: "We made the decision to create the newly-designed role of CFO on the First State Super Executive Team in response to the complex demands of our growing organisation. Tim brings deep expertise in financial management and an intimate knowledge of our sector, and I am delighted to have him as a member of my senior team."

A spokesperson has confirmed that Elliott's former role at StatePlus is yet to be filled.