NFSM bridges the gap between private capital & real-world projects
Founded in 2022, Next Financial Strategy & Management (NFSM) is a Sydney-based commercial lending and private finance firm. NFSM specialises in structuring and securing private and commercial funding solutions for businesses, developers, and investors across Australia.
With deep experience in development, construction, and project management, NFSM bridges the gap between private capital and real-world projects. Our goal is to simplify complex commercial funding needs — delivering tailored, fast, and flexible finance solutions.
Compliance and Regulatory
NFSM operates within the framework of Australian corporate and financial law, following the principles of the Anti-Money Laundering and Counter-Terrorism Financing (AML/CTF) Act 2006 and the Privacy Act 1988. While commercial and private lending are not regulated under the National Consumer Credit Protection (NCCP) Act, NFSM maintains strict due diligence, client verification, and compliance standards consistent with professional industry practice.
Meet our Founder
NFSM was founded by Sarkis Mardini, an experienced Project Manager and Engineer with a strong background in civil engineering, land development, and construction. Sarkis has worked across major infrastructure and commercial projects in NSW, managing everything from feasibility and design to delivery and compliance. This hands-on experience gives NFSM a unique understanding of how to structure finance that works for developers and business owners in real operational conditions.
