WA Transport Finance Manager

Join our team at Ventia, one of the largest infrastructure service providers in Australia and New Zealand, in the capacity of Finance Manager with our WA Transport division.  Based at our East Perth office, this is a full-time role and will be reporting directly to the Senior Finance Manager.  As the Finance Manager, you will be a key business partner to the operational leaders, successfully informing and driving business performance.  

Main areas of responsibility 

This role is responsible for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of financial reporting processes, as well as providing insight to support and drive operational management and robust decision making.  

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Ownership for all financial processes and transactional data, with a view to continuous improvement 
• Completion of month end processes including accurate and timely cost & revenue allocation 
• Financial reporting, variance, and operational analysis to meet Ventia, project and client reporting requirements. 
• Prepare budgeting and forecasting requirements, inclusive of P&L, Balance Sheet and Cashflow 
• R&O reporting to highlight risks and opportunities, promoting transparency and driving action 
• Maintain detailed knowledge of financial aspects of contracts & sub-contracts within the portfolio; including application of various commercial arrangements and models.  
• Proactive involvement in and review of financial aspects of the tendering process 
• Driving the risk and SHEQ performance within the Project / Business Unit 
• Champion Ventia’s enterprise values of “Integrity”, “Collaboration”, “Challenge”, and “Ingenuity” 

Requirements 

• 5+ years experience in Project finance roles, ideally in civil infrastructure construction industry 
• Relevant Degree in Accounting  
• CPA or CA professional qualification 
• Advanced working knowledge of SAP or similar ERP is desirable. 
• Experience in Microsoft Excel and other Office 365 applications 
• Ability to work flexibility in a fast paced environment, with complex data and multiple inputs 
• High level of attention to detail/accuracy 
• Ability to work independently as well as part of the team. 
• Methodical and analytical understanding of the story behind the numbers  
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people at different levels and across divisions 

 
Benefits 

• Ventia offers you a flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.  
• We have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more.  
• In addition, you will find a stimulating and rewarding working environment where we take our peoples careers seriously and help them to learn and grow. 

 
About the Company 
Ventia is one of Australasia’s largest dedicated infrastructure service providers, Ventia is a new and dynamic organisation with a rich history. Our clients are the owners and operators of major infrastructure that is critical to our communities. No one else does exactly what we do in the way we do it.  Making infrastructure work for our communities is at the heart of who we are and it’s what unites and excites us. 
 
We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success. 
 
How to apply 
To apply please click on the "Apply" button to complete your application. 
 
No matter who you are, we encourage you to apply for the job that’s right for you.  We are keen to increase diversity across our business, so our workforce reflects the diverse communities in which we work. Our current focus is on employing more women at all levels of our organisation.  

For more information please feel free to email trudy.mcgregor@ventia.com

Position Reference Number: 162302