Job Description

GRiD Electrical is a Tier 1 electrical infrastructure business delivering high voltage and critical electrical works across NSW. We're looking for an experienced Finance / Contracts Manager to oversee financial management and contract administration across our project portfolio, ensuring commercial performance and compliance are tightly managed as we continue to grow.

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This role suits someone who understands both the numbers and the contracts behind infrastructure projects, and who can work closely with project and construction teams to protect the business commercially.

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The Finance Manager will operate as the primary Finance business partner to the Marsden Park Project Director and project leadership team, managing financial reporting, project accounting, and forecasting for a major infrastructure project. You will work closely with the Project Director and Project Managers to ensure accurate financial information, timely month-end reporting, and meaningful financial analysis to support project performance and commercial decision-making.

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Key responsibilities

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Manage the monthly financial close requirements for the Marsden Park project and ensure all month-end reporting requirements are completed accurately and within established Finance deadlines

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Coordinate the collection and review of financial information required from Project Managers and project stakeholders for month-end

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Prepare financial reports and supporting analysis for review by the Project Director, Managing Director and Head of Finance

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Review monthly project Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet and project financial information, including balance sheet reconciliations

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Investigate material financial movements and variances and provide meaningful commentary explaining project performance against budget and forecast

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Take ownership of financial reporting and project accounting requirements, including Work in Progress (WIP) reporting and revenue recognition

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Monitor project margins, cost movements and financial performance and identify emerging financial risks

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Coordinate monthly project forecasting requirements with the Project Director and Project Managers

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Work closely with the Project Director on the day-to-day financial management of the project and provide practical financial guidance to project and operational teams

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Attend relevant project performance and financial review meetings and maintain strong collaboration between the Marsden Park project and the Finance function

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About you

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Essential: Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or related discipline

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Minimum 5-7 years' relevant accounting and Finance experience

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Experience in a Finance Manager, Senior Accountant, or similar position

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Strong month-end and management reporting experience

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Demonstrated budgeting and forecasting experience

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Strong understanding of balance sheet reconciliations and financial controls

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Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

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Strong analytical and problem-solving capability

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Ability to manage multiple priorities and strict reporting deadlines

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Highly desirable: Experience within construction, electrical contracting, infrastructure, engineering or another project-based environment

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Solid understanding of construction contracts (AS4000, AS4300, or similar)

📌 Finance Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 Grid Electrical
📍 New South Wales