Senior Project Finance Leader - Infrastructure

AusNet Services Ltd; Ballarat; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

AusNet Services Ltd is seeking a Project Finance Manager in Victoria to lead financial outcomes for the Western Renewables Link project. You will manage the accounting team, ensure governance, and drive strategic financial objectives in line with contractual obligations.

The role requires IFRS/AAS expertise, 10+ years in finance, and the ability to travel to Ballarat quarterly to support on-site financial management and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in accounting, finance, commerce or related field is essential.
• Professional certification in Finance or Accounting (e.g. Chartered Accountant, Certified Practising Accountant, Chartered Financial Analyst or equivalent).
• At least 10+ years' experience in Finance or Accounting roles, on complex major infrastructure projects.
• Deep understanding of IFRS and Australian Accounting Standards (AAS).
• Experience in financial management roles in large organisations, utilities sector or related frameworks (Alliance or Incentivised Target Cost).
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
• Proven leadership in managing finance teams and developing people.
• Ability to implement financial strategy aligned with business goals.
• Willingness to travel to Ballarat at least quarterly.

Responsibilities

• Manage financial risk and opportunity across the WRL project, leading the accounting team and maintaining the General Ledger.
• Ensure financial management adheres to guidelines and the Incentivised Target Cost Delivery Deeds.
• Partner with WRL Leadership Team to drive strategic outcomes with governance and risk oversight.
• Collaborate with WRL Leadership Team to manage project budgets and costs per stakeholder and statutory requirements.
• Develop and lead a high-performing Finance team through coaching and mentorship.
• Ensure reporting/forecasting processes produce accurate information per contractual obligations and AusNet requirements.
• Develop periodic reporting in SAP and forecasting models aligned with project cost classifications and budgets.
• Maintain compliance and manage external relationships with stakeholders and AusNet policies.

Education

Bachelor Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related field

Job description

AusNet Services Ltd is seeking a Project Finance Manager in Victoria to lead financial outcomes for the Western Renewables Link project. You will manage the accounting team, ensure governance, and drive strategic financial objectives in line with contractual obligations.

The role requires IFRS/AAS expertise, 10+ years in finance, and the ability to travel to Ballarat quarterly to support on-site financial management and reporting.