Finance Manager – large commercial

Lead commercial finance for a major builder delivering some of Canberra’s biggest projects in a high-impact, growth-focused role

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Construction Control , one of Canberra’s largest and most highly respected construction companies, with an annual turnover approaching $500M.

The business provides high quality project management capability and advice for construction, delivering projects ranging in value from small fit-outs through to large, multi-million dollar developments. They have built a number of Canberra’s most iconic structures.

Headquartered in Braddon and continuing to expand interstate, Construction Control is experiencing significant growth. With a very healthy pipeline and revenues set to climb further, this is a newly created role in a commercial environment where your work will have a direct and visible impact. Their portfolio includes public sector buildings, commercial facilities, educational institutions, leading retail centres and large-scale residential developments.

This full‑time, office‑based role (with free parking) is part of a friendly and supportive finance team known for their long tenure and strong collaboration. The company has a proud history of internal progression, with many corporate team members promoted from within.

The Opportunity Reporting to a highly experienced Financial Controller, you will have broad responsibility across financial reporting, taxation compliance, cash flow oversight and leadership of a small transactional finance team.

You will business partner to provide timely and accurate information to support decision making and contribute to the financial performance of major construction projects across key sectors.

You will be supported through a comprehensive onboarding period, with an expectation that it will take up to twelve months to delve into the business drivers and fully settle into the role. The business is committed to developing talent and fostering career growth.

The Role Key responsibilities include:

Month end and year end financial reporting

Preparation of annual financial statements and coordination of audit requirements

Tax compliance including BAS, FBT and associated reporting

Review and oversight of accounts payable, accounts receivable and payroll

Cash flow management including close liaison with Project Managers

High level spreadsheet and analysis work including revenue recognition and forecasting

Supervision, coaching and development of a small team that does accounting and transactional finance

The Ideal Person You are likely working in a mid tier public practice firm and are seeking your first move into industry where you can broaden your commercial exposure. Alternatively, you may already be in a commercial finance role within a medium sized business.

CA or CPA qualified with approximately two to three years post qualification experience

Background in audit or tax strongly regarded

Strong communication skills and confident to liaise with stakeholders across the business

Proactive, analytical and motivated to understand the commercial drivers of a large operational business

Able to thrive in a busy environment including peak reporting periods

Salary / Rate

Salary from $140-150K + Super

Potential bonus opportunities

Free onsite parking

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