Job Description
Project Finance Specialist
Finance | Enterprise | Australia-wide
At WSP, we're looking for a capable and detail-oriented Project Finance Specialist to join our Finance team, partnering closely with project leaders to drive solid financial outcomes across a diverse portfolio of projects.
The Opportunity
This role plays a critical part in supporting project teams to deliver financially successful outcomes.
You will provide both financial and operational support, ensuring project performance is tracked, understood, and optimised—while maintaining compliance with WSP standards and systems.
What You'll Do
You'll work across a portfolio of projects, taking ownership of key project finance activities, including:
Deliver accurate day-to-day project accounting support across multiple projectsMonitor project costs, revenue recognition, and overall financial performanceManage the full project accounting lifecycle in ERP—from budgets to invoicing and close-outPartner with Project Managers on budgeting, forecasting, and financial decision-makingSupport subcontractor set-up, procurement processes, and invoice validationOversee project billing and follow up on accounts receivable and paymentsIdentify risks, investigate variances,



and escalate or resolve issues earlyInterpret contract and commercial terms to ensure correct financial treatmentContribute to clear communication of project financials to both financial and non-financial stakeholdersProduce regular financial reports and insights to support project outcomes
Success in This Role
You will combine strong technical capability with the ability to influence and partner effectively with project teams.
You will:
Maintain strong attention to detail across financial data and reportingAnalyse and explain project financial performance clearlyWork proactively to minimise financial risk and improve project outcomesBuild trusted relationships across Finance, Commercial, and Project teams
About You
You will bring:
2+ years' experience in Project Finance or similar, with exposure to ERP systemsSolid understanding of project accounting principles and practicesStrong Excel capability (including formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis)Analytical thinking and sound judgement in financial decision-makingClear communication skills, with the ability to engage both financial and non-financial stakeholders A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple prioritiesA relevant tertiary qualification (Commerce, Accounting, Finance or similar) is desirable.
Why WSP?
You'll be part of a collaborative Finance team working at the heart of project delivery—helping ensure our projects are commercially successful and sustainable.
With us, you can.
Apply today.

📌 Project Finance Specialist (Perth)
🏢 WSP in Australia
📍 Perth