Finance Coordinator

AusNet Services Ltd; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

AusNet Services Ltd is seeking a Finance Coordinator to support financial activities on a transmission major infrastructure project. You will work with the Financial Controller and Project Finance Manager to ensure accuracy, compliance and efficiency in financial reporting, accounts processing and general accounting tasks.

The role involves reviewing payment claims, maintaining financial records, supporting procure-to-pay, and generating dashboards to explain financial data.

Qualifications

• Experience in Finance, Accounting or a related field.
• 2-4 years of experience in project administration, bookkeeping, or financial coordination.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards and budgeting processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage project transactions, including review of payment claims and invoices and ensuring they are processed within required payment terms of the relevant contract.
• Assist in the maintenance of financial records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support the procure-to-pay process, review and approve purchase orders, and ensure timely payment to delivery partners.
• Create data analytics and dashboards to explain financial information and enable self-serve across streams.
• Assist in preparation for and completion of financial audits, liaising with auditors as needed.

Skills

Finance

Accounting

Project administration

Financial coordination

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Power BI

Tools

Power BI

Job description

We bring the energy!

Through purpose and people - not just through the infrastructure we operate, but through the way we show up for each other, our customers and our communities. The future of energy is in our hands. Let’s shape it together.

Are you ready to shape the future of energy?

The Finance Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and supporting financial activities on our transmission major infrastructure project including financial reporting, accounts processing, and general accounting tasks. The Finance Coordinator will work closely with the Financial Controller and the Project Finance Manager to ensure accuracy, compliance and efficiency.

What you’ll help deliver

• Manage project transactions, including review of payment claims and invoices and ensuring they are processed within required payment terms of the relevant contract.
• Assist in the maintenance of financial records and documentation, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
• Support the procure-to-pay process, working within the Project and more broadly across AusNet, to ensure timely processing of purchase orders, review and approval of invoices, and payment to Delivery Partners.
• Data analytics, interpretation and creation of dashboards to explain financial information, such as Aged WIP, Invoice Approvals, etc, and allow functional streams to self-serve creating efficiency.
• Assist in the preparation for, and completion of, financial audits and, when required, liaise with auditors to provide necessary information.
• Assist in the development and implementation of financial policies and procedures specific for WRL, in consultation with WRL Finance team, Commercial Finance and HR Business Parter.
• Ensure compliance through actively engaging with stakeholders and maintains awareness of relevant legislation, laws, regulations, standards, codes and AusNet policies and procedures.

You don’t need to check every box, however we’re looking for a good combination of:

• Experience in Finance, Accounting or a related field
• 2-4 years of experience in project administration, bookkeeping, or financial coordination.
• Strong understanding of financial principles, accounting standards and budgeting processes.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data – knowledge of PowerBi would be beneficial!
• Understanding of key contract terms and conditions.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance practices in finance.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively interact with stakeholders.
• Open to travelling to site in Ballarat/Western Victoria at least quarterly

The AusNet experience is all about…

• Solving some of the most complex energy challenges of our time: We love unpacking complex challenges in clever ways and looking at things differently.
• Building an energy future to be proud of: We’re a trusted leader, with deep expertise, driven to do what’s right for our communities and customers.
• Being part of a team that cares deeply about each other: We share in the good times and support in the tough times.

We’re committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce. We believe different perspectives are essential to our success, and we encourage all applicants to apply. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, we're happy to discuss how we can support you.

At AusNet, we bring the energy! Ready to make your impact?