Finance Manager

ACCIONA is a global company, leading in the development of regenerative infrastructure that creates a positive impact on society. Our workforce consists of more than 65,000 professionals, present in more than 40 countries across the five continents, all contributing in our mission to design a better planet. Are you a passionate individual who wants to make a difference, promote sustainable development, and find solutions to the biggest global challenges including climate change, overpopulation, and water scarcity? Come and join us in building the infrastructure our planet needs to achieve a sustainable future.

ACCIONA has operated in Australia since 2002, delivering complex, large-scale projects across transport, water and energy infrastructure. With over 4,500 employees across Australia and New Zealand, the company spans the full project lifecycle from design and construction through to operation and maintenance, building roads, rail, water treatment plants and renewable energy assets nationwide. 

About the Opportunity 

As Finance Manager, you will lead the financial management, governance and commercial performance of the Wyaralong project, working closely with the Project Director, Project Management, Commercial and Corporate teams. You will oversee budgeting, forecasting, cost control, cash flow and monthly financial reporting, ensuring project financial information is accurate and decision-ready. You will manage project accounting, including revenue and cost recognition, reconciliations and financial close, and support the Commercial team on subcontracts, variations and claims. As a member of the project leadership team, you will provide financial insight and challenge to senior stakeholders, with genuine influence over project financial outcomes. 

Key accountabilities for the position will be: 

• Lead financial management and governance across the project 

• Manage budgeting, forecasting and cost control processes 

• Oversee monthly financial reporting and performance analysis 

• Manage project cash flow, working capital and financial close 

• Support commercial management of subcontracts and variations 

• Partner with the Project Director on financial decision-making 

• Maintain financial controls and statutory compliance 
  

What capability and experience will you need to have: 

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline 

• Professional accounting qualification such as CPA or CA ANZ desirable 

• Demonstrated experience in project finance on major infrastructure projects 

• Sound understanding of construction contracts, variations and claims 

• Strong proficiency in ERP and financial reporting systems