Project Finance Manager - Hybrid & Impact

Metrotrain; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Metro is seeking a Finance Manager to support the Level Crossing project team in Melbourne. This permanent role offers a hybrid model with four days in the office, focusing on financial reporting, budgets, forecasts and project reviews to maximise outcomes.

You will lead month-end activities, partner with leaders for commercial insights, and drive revenue and margin improvements while managing a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Accounting or equivalent.
• CPA/CA or equivalent status.
• Extensive experience with a project environment within construction/ energy or rail industry.
• Significant experience in financial management and reporting systems.
• Strong communication with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead month-end financial management, reporting, budgeting and forecasting activities across the portfolio.
• Prepare and consolidate accurate monthly financial results and business reporting, including MBRs and project performance insights.
• Partner with project and operational leaders to provide commercial advice, identify trends, and drive revenue and margin improvement opportunities.
• Deliver clear financial analysis and reporting on cost drivers, risks and business performance to support strategic decision-making.
• Act as the key liaison with Corporate Finance for budgets, forecasts, audits and month-end requirements.
• Lead and develop a high-performing team while building strong stakeholder relationships across the division and broader organisation.

Skills

Stakeholder communication

Excel

Leadership

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor in Business/Accounting

CPA/CA or equivalent

Tools

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Metro is seeking a Finance Manager to support the Level Crossing project team in Melbourne. This permanent role offers a hybrid model with four days in the office, focusing on financial reporting, budgets, forecasts and project reviews to maximise outcomes.

You will lead month-end activities, partner with leaders for commercial insights, and drive revenue and margin improvements while managing a high-performing team.