Job Description

Downer has more than 100 years' rail experience providing end-to-end, innovative transport solutions. We are a leading provider of rollingstock asset management services, with expertise in delivering whole-of-life asset management support to our customers.

Our capability allows us to offer turnkey solutions for complex projects and spans every project phase, from design and manufacture to through-life-support, condition monitoring and data analytics, fleet maintenance, operations and comprehensive overhaul of assets, and decommissioning.

We are seeking a Financial Controller to join our Rail & Transit Systems (RTS) Head Office Team.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, Finance, this role is a key senior member of the head office finance team, providing strong financial controllership and leadership. Working closely alongside RTS leadership, this position will lead the production of statutory financial and management accounting reporting for the business unit.

This is a highly visible role offering the opportunity to provide strong financial governance stewardship, improve financial frameworks, and support our business to deliver sustainable projects.

Some accountabilities will include:

• Lead the RTS financial closure and reporting process, ensuring completeness, accuracy and integrity of our financial results.

• Support in the coordination of internal and external audit requirements, ensuring timely submission and completion of audits.

• Establish and maintain internal controls and financial governance to help proactively identify financial risks and ensure compliance with Downer standards.

• Be the RTS subject matter expert for all financial and tax accounting queries.

• Proactively identify continuous improvement opportunities that can help to improve our ways of working.

• Lead and develop a high-performing team and foster deep relationships with other Downer Group functions.

This is a fulltime, permanent role, based on site in our North Ryde office

About You:

• 8+ years demonstrated experience in financial management and accounting gained at a similar level in a major organisation.

• Tertiary qualification in Finance or Accounting or equivalent business experience

• Membership with recognised Australian accounting body (CPA/CAANZ)

• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in financial reporting, modelling, and analysis.

• Strong technical accounting (AASB/IFRS) and management reporting knowledge.

• Advanced financial reporting and analysis skills, including utilising financial systems (JDEdwards/OneStream).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for executive-level communication.

• Pro-active continuous improvement mindset.

What We Offer:

• A workplace focused on Zero Harm; safety is at the core of everything we do

• Flexible working arrangements to encourage work/life balance

• Work for a leading ASX multi-disciplinary organisation

• Cultivate a diverse and inclusive workplace that facilitates opportunity and respect

For more information on this opportunity please contact Fionah.bryant1@downergroup.com

Employment with Downer is subject to a Pre-Employment Medical, and on-going drug and alcohol screening.

Downer does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from Recruitment Agencies.

Notwithstanding the location of this position, all qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents from all locations are encouraged to apply.

Downer Group is an employer that acknowledges and embraces the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents, and cultures. As an inclusive employer, we welcome applications from everyone.