Finance Manager - Standalone Leader in Construction

Chandler Macleod Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent role

Autonomy

Immediate start

Growth opportunity

Job summary

Chandler Macleod Group – Wetherill Park NSW is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the end-to-end finance function for a growing construction business delivering major projects.

The role requires hands-on financial leadership with a focus on reporting, budgeting, cashflow and commercial insights, while partnering with business leadership to support growth and operational performance. Located in Wetherill Park, the position offers a permanent full-time opportunity.

Qualifications

• Hands-on finance professional in a standalone role.
• Experience in construction, civil, infrastructure or project-based environments.
• Strong financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting.
• Adaptable and resilient in a fast-paced setting.
• Stable employment history.
• Commercial mindset with stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the finance function.
• Prepare monthly management reports and financial statements.
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting and cashflow management.
• Monitor financial performance and provide commercial insights.
• Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll oversight.
• Drive financial controls, compliance and reporting processes.
• Support business decision‑making through financial analysis.
• Work closely with operational leaders across the business.
• Ensure statutory and regulatory obligations are met.

Skills

Finance leadership

Construction industry

Financial reporting

Budgeting & forecasting

Stakeholder management

Education

Accounting degree

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Chandler Macleod Group – Wetherill Park NSW is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to lead the end-to-end finance function for a growing construction business delivering major projects.

The role requires hands-on financial leadership with a focus on reporting, budgeting, cashflow and commercial insights, while partnering with business leadership to support growth and operational performance. Located in Wetherill Park, the position offers a permanent full-time opportunity.