Finance Manager

Acciona S.A; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top Employer Certification

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a Finance Manager for the Wyaralong project in Queensland. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, cost control, cash flow and monthly financial reporting, working with the Project Director and commercial teams.

You will manage project accounting including revenue and cost recognition, reconciliations and financial close, and support subcontract management. As a member of the project leadership team, provide financial insight to senior stakeholders and ensure governance,

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Project finance

Construction contracts

ERP systems

Financial reporting

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance/Commerce

CPA/CA ANZ desirable

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

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. Lead financial management for a major SEQ water infrastructure project and shape delivery from budget through to handover with ACCIONA.

Job Description 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 NewZealand, 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

Required Skills and Competencies

• 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

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in Australia, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. Since establishing a presence in Australia in 2002, ACCIONA has made significant investments in local opportunities and project development. ACCIONA employs more than 3,000 people in its renewable energy, infrastructure and water projects across Australia & NewZealand. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote equality and diversity. Indigenous Australians and candidates from minority groups are encouraged to apply.