Downer's Road Services business unit is one of the largest non-government owned road services businesses in Australia. We operate from a network of over 50 depots and maintain more than 36,000 km of road. Our Business is involved in many exciting ventures within the civil road industry throughout the country.

We are seeking a Finance Team Leader to lead a team of finance administrators across our Roads business in Queensland. Working collaboratively with the operational team, you will undertake all key transactional activities and GL oversight of the business unit. A major focus for the role will include undertaking all month end requirements, working capital management, job costing analysis review, procurement, General Ledger reconciliations and providing support to the wider finance and administration team regarding Accounts Payable / Receivable

This role will require a successful track record of managing teams; strong attention to detail with the ability to interpret large volumes of data.

What you'll bring

• Ideally you will have a strong finance background coupled with experience as a Project or Management Accountant or similar, preferably in an operational environment
• Tertiary level qualification or equivalent industry experience
• The sound ability to provide effective end to end planning, analysis and advice on all contracting financial aspects within the business to contract/job close out
• Hands-on business accounting experience, budgeting, forecasting, month-end and P&L management & reporting
• Proven ability to develop partnerships with a range of stakeholders including Senior management, onsite operational staff and Subcontractors.
• Strong written and oral communications skills
• Strong attention to detail
• ERP software experience, JDE experience highly regarded

What's on offer

• The ability to build your professional career in a multi-disciplined business environment
• Suite of benefits including health and wellness initiatives
• Competitive remuneration with on-going training and support

At Downer, our approach to diversity is what sets us apart. Our people can be their best by bringing their most authentic selves to work every day. We are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you're excited about this role and your experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.

With your application, please ensure you attach a copy of your Resume. We do not accept applications via email but for more information, please contact Alicia Jacobson - Talent and Sourcing Business Partner
P: 0477 366 892
E: Alicia.Jacobson@downergroup.com