Finance Manager
Robert Half
Posted 18 hours ago
Finance Manager
Full Time | Permanent | Surry Hills
Construction Industry | $500M Turnover | Rapid Growth Phase
We are currently partnering with a leading Australian construction business based in Surry Hills, experiencing significant growth and delivering high-value projects across the country. This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Finance Manager to take ownership of the full finance function and help shape the next phase of the company's expansion.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the CFO, you will lead the day-to-day finance operations and oversee all financial activity across the company's active project portfolio. With a team of 3 to 4 direct reports including accounting and accounts payable staff, this role is hands-on, fast-paced, and central to ensuring the financial success of current and future developments.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage end to end finance operations including accounts payable, receivable, payroll oversight, project accounting, and month end close
* Oversee monthly financial reporting, including closing off the books and preparing accurate, timely statements
* Monitor and manage all incoming and outgoing cash flows tied to ongoing construction projects
* Drive compliance with internal controls, ATO, and regulatory requirements
* Partner closely with project managers and senior leadership to provide financial insights and commercial support
* Maintain and develop team performance through clear leadership and mentoring
* Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis across project portfolios
* Ensure continual process improvement and best practices within the finance function
About You
* 5 to 10 years of experience in finance, with at least 2 years in a team management role
* Proven experience within the construction or infrastructure industry is highly regarded
* Strong technical accounting skills with hands-on month end close and full function finance exposure
* Experience with Jobpac or similar project accounting systems is highly desirable
* Excellent leadership, communication, and problem solving skills
* CPA or CA qualified or working towards
Role Details
* Location: Surry Hills, NSW
* Work Schedule: 5 days a week in the office, with some flexibility on specific days
* Employment Type: Full time, permanent
Why Join
* Be part of a thriving business in an exciting growth phase
* Report directly to a highly experienced CFO and play a key role in strategic finance
* Work with a collaborative and driven team culture
* Influence how finance supports large scale real world projects
Reach out to Brad Rosser for more information on [email protected]
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