About the Company

Davidson is working with a state government client who is seeking an experienced Project Finance Officer.

About the Role

As Senior Project Finance Officer, you will play an integral role in governance, reporting and financial management of capital projects, assisting with evaluations, financial risk assessments and mitigation activities, proactive budgetary and financial advice, development of service and project agreements, expenditure forecasting and performance reporting.

Your superior knowledge, analytical and technical skills will ensure quality project financial reports, advice and solutions effectively supporting project delivery within government policy, legislative and project governance frameworks. Working collaboratively with the project management, finance, procurement and contract management professionals, consultants, clients and key stakeholders, you will positively contribute to whole-of-government outcomes.

· Develop and maintain program and project specific financial performance reports and related systems to provide high quality, timely, accurate and relevant information to clients and stakeholders, proactively addressing and reporting risks, and recommendations to facilitate delivery of projects within program, scope and budget constraints.

· Undertake research, critically analyse and monitor project budgets and source documents to support effective financial management of contract and non-contract expenditure, and provide advice to management on budget risks, financial obligations, program and cash flow impacts, reporting forecasts and progress of deliverables against targets.

· Manage information within corporate systems, databases and other applications including advanced spreadsheets to track financial information, validate accuracy of source data, maintain data integrity, investigate, analyse and explain variances, and advise of corrective actions.

· Develop, implement and review financial management work processes and procedures for effectiveness and engage in ongoing improvements.

· Effectively collaborate and communicate with Executive Project Directors, Project Managers, Contract Managers, Quantity Surveyors and other professionals for positive outcomes

About you

· Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business or other related fields would be highly regarded.

· Successful experience in developing and implementing effective financial management work processes and procedures, including reviews and ongoing improvements.

· Demonstrated experience delivering high quality project financial reports and governance tools.

· Evidence of the establishment and maintenance of positive working relationships and partnerships with government and external stakeholders to ensure effective project outcomes.

· Must be available to work full-time on-site during the training period with flexible work options to be discussed following successful completion of training.

The Benefits

· $78.02 to $83.32 per hour + Super (PAYG Agency Contractor)

· 6-month contract

· Brisbane, CBD

· Full-time hours, Monday to Friday

· Flexible Working to be neg.

How to Apply

Please apply by uploading your current resume in Microsoft Word format only (.doc or .docx).

If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please contact Natalee Thorpe ([email protected]) and Alana Hunter ([email protected]) & quoting reference JN -082025-41147. Otherwise, please APPLY ONLINE!