Lawson Elliott Recruitment – Macquarie Park NSW

12 month Fixed Term contract with strong possibility of permanent

Influential role driving project outcomes through commercial insights, analyses & advice

Based in Macquarie Park with Hybrid WFH, $180k-200k + Super + Completion Bonus

A globally recognised market leader is seeking a commercially astute Finance / Commercial Project Controller to partner with senior operational leaders across a complex portfolio of large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects. This is a high-impact role for a finance professional who enjoys working close to the business, influencing outcomes, and driving commercial performance in a project-based environment.

Reporting to a senior finance leader, you will act as a trusted advisor to project execution and tender teams, providing commercial insight, financial governance and performance analysis across a diverse project portfolio. The position combines business partnering, project controls, risk management and financial leadership in a highly visible role supporting strategic business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with project delivery and operational teams to optimise project financial performance

Monitor and analyse project revenue, margins, cash flow and cost-to-complete performance

Provide commercial challenge and support during tender and bid reviews

Identify risks and opportunities across the project portfolio and drive mitigation strategies

Deliver accurate forecasting, financial reporting and KPI analysis

Support governance, compliance and financial control frameworks





Influence business decisions through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations

Build strong relationships across finance, operations, legal, contract management and executive stakeholders.

You are an analytical and commercially minded finance qualified with experience supporting complex project environments. You possess the confidence to challenge stakeholders, influence decision-making and navigate competing priorities while maintaining strong governance standards.

To be successful, you will bring:

Degree qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline

Experience in project controlling, project finance, commercial management or project accounting environments

Strong understanding of project financial performance, forecasting and risk management

Exposure to contract-based or project execution businesses

Advanced analytical capability and highly developed Excel and reporting skills

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

The ability to operate autonomously while building credibility across multiple levels of leadership.

This role offers the opportunity to join a respected global organisation known for innovation, operational excellence and investment in its people. You will work alongside experienced leaders, gain exposure to significant projects and play a critical role in influencing commercial outcomes across the business.

An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

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