Senior Finance Manager

1 week ago


Lake Illawarra, New South Wales, Australia Downer EDI Limited Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Senior Finance Manager - Energy Solutions and Energy Networks

Energy & Utilities | Based in Brisbane or Melbourne

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Finance Manager to join our Energy & Utilities Finance team at Downer. Reporting to the Head of Finance - Power Projects and Energy & Industrial, this role partners closely with multiple sub-LOB General Managers and operational leaders to deliver strategic objectives and strong financial outcomes across Energy Solutions and Energy Networks.

This is a key leadership role where you'll manage and develop a high-performing finance team, drive financial strategy and performance, and ensure effective controls are in place across a large, complex portfolio. You'll play a critical part in providing transparent, insightful financial reporting and building a performance-driven culture where deadlines are met, high-quality outputs are delivered, and continuous improvement is embraced.

It's an opportunity to make a real impact in a vital part of Downer's business, working alongside senior stakeholders across finance, commercial, growth, and operations.

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

  • Partner with General Managers and operational teams to establish strategic plans and deliver financial outcomes.
  • Lead, coach, and develop the finance team, fostering capability, cross-skilling, and career progression.
  • Drive financial planning, forecasting, reporting, and controls, ensuring clarity, timeliness, and accuracy.
  • Support distressed projects, providing strong financial oversight and recovery support.
  • Work closely with Growth team to ensure that bids meet relevant financial criteria and that the feedback loop operates effectively
  • Oversee governance framework as a key part of business risk management
  • Provide meaningful forward-looking financial insights that drive decision making.
  • Manage working capital processes including debtors, WIP conversion, and cash flow forecasting.
  • Build a culture of performance, curiosity, accountability, and continuous improvement.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a commercially astute finance leader with:

  • A tertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting, or Commerce (CPA/CA required).
  • 10+ years' experience in financial/project accounting within large, complex organisations.
  • Strong leadership capability with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
  • Deep understanding of long-term contracts and commercial complexities.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across senior levels.
  • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and significant exposure to ERP systems (JDE or SAP ideal).
  • Experience with reporting/analytics tools (TM1, HFM; Power BI).
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to provide clear, confident, and insightful commentary.

What We Offer

At Downer, we offer more than just a role:

  • Competitive remuneration with the security of a Tier 1 ASX-listed employer.
  • Access to - discounts on financial, travel, and wellbeing offers.
  • Leadership and development programs including THRIVE and EmpowHER.
  • A dedicated internal mobility program supporting career development and succession.
  • Exposure to industry-leading projects with significant scale and complexity.

About Energy & Utilities

Downer's Energy & Utilities division delivers integrated services across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial, and power generation. We connect communities with critical infrastructure and are committed to innovation, operational excellence, and a better future for all Australians and New Zealanders.

How to Apply

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