Senior Finance Manager

John Holland; Beerburrum; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

10% allowance uplift for B2N project

Flexible work arrangements

18 weeks paid parental leave

Career development programs

Wellbeing support

Job summary

John Holland is delivering the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (B2N) on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. The Senior Finance & Risk Manager will lead a team of finance professionals, oversee budgeting, reporting, and cost management to ensure project objectives are met, while collaborating with project teams and stakeholders.

Based at the Beerburrum project site, the role offers exposure to a large-scale rail upgrade and opportunities for career development within a Tier 1 environment, with

Qualifications

• Senior finance leadership with project experience.
• Experience in major infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to lead finance teams.
• Governance, compliance, and commercial expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead project budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.
• Provide financial guidance to project teams.
• Oversee month-end reporting and controls.
• Support JV reporting obligations.
• Drive process improvements across finance functions.

Skills

Stakeholder relations

Financial leadership

Governance

Cost control

Financial reporting

Team leadership

Education

Finance degree

CA or CPA

Job description

About the Project

John Holland is delivering the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (B2N) on Queensland's Sunshine Coast. This major rail infrastructure program is designed to increase capacity, improve reliability and support the region's long-term growth.

This complex, multi-disciplinary project includes significant signalling, rail systems and interface works delivered in a live rail environment, requiring close collaboration with Queensland Rail, designers, certifiers and delivery partners.

Based at Beerburrum project site, this project offers exposure to a large-scale rail upgrade and the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact transport solution while developing your career within a Tier 1 environment.

About The Role

The Senior Finance & Risk Manager plays a key role in supporting the financial success and governance of the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (B2N) project. Leading a team of finance professionals, the position is responsible for financial planning, reporting, compliance, budgeting, and cost management to help ensure the project achieves its objectives. Working closely with project teams and stakeholders, the role provides trusted financial guidance, supports sound commercial decision-making, and fosters a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the project.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits, including salary continuance and salary sacrifice options
• 10% allowance uplift for employees working on the B2N Rail Upgrade Project.
• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave, including 18 weeks paid parental leave
• Career development through technical, leadership and emerging talent programs
• Opportunities to work on some of Australia's most iconic projects
• Wellbeing support and benefits designed to help you thrive

A diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong

Key Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets, forecasting, cash flow, and cost performance.
• Provide accounting expertise and guidance on financial matters.
• Maintain financial controls, governance, and compliance requirements.
• Manage month-end reporting, reconciliations, and financial administration.
• Facilitate auditor queries including resolution of issues.
• Monitor financial risks and opportunities, providing practical recommendations.
• Support the Joint Ventures contractual, and stakeholder financial reporting obligations.
• Drive continuous improvement across finance, risk and administration systems and processes.
• Lead and support the project finance team.

What we are looking for

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Business, or a related field.
• CA or CPA qualification preferred.
• Extensive experience in senior finance and leadership roles.
• Proven ability to lead and support finance teams.
• Strong financial management, reporting, and cost control experience.
• Experience within major projects, construction, infrastructure, preferably rail.
• Sound understanding of governance, compliance, and commercial principles.
• Ability to build strong stakeholder relationships and influence outcomes.

At John Holland

Our purpose is simple; we transform lives with everything we do.

We know infrastructure is about people - our customers, our employees and the communities we work in every day. That's what sets us apart: deep expertise, proven capability and a genuine commitment to creating better outcomes for people along the way.

With expertise spanning engineering, construction and operations, we're delivering the projects and services that keep communities moving. From rail, roads and bridges to hospitals and stadiums, we've helped shape Australia through iconic projects. You'll even see us operating buses, trains and trams.

Be part of a team that's up for the challenge of transforming lives.