Downer’s Energy & Utilities division is seeking an experienced Finance Manager – Cash and Working Capital to join our Head Office team. Reporting to the Financial Controller (E&U), you will oversee cash and working capital deliverables across the division, embedding a cash-focused culture and driving improved cash and working capital outcomes in collaboration with senior finance and operational leaders.
You will lead a small team and play a critical role in delivering timely, accurate, and insightful cash and working capital reporting to the COO E&U, EGM Finance E&U, and Line of Business Executive General Managers and General Manager Finances.
What you’ll do
- Manage all aspects of cash and working capital reporting, budgeting, and forecasting cycles across E&U.
- Partner with senior finance leaders to improve the accuracy, timeliness, and insightfulness of reporting.
- Oversee all cash and working capital processes and reporting for Group Treasury and internal stakeholders.
- Drive standardisation and continuous improvement in cash and working capital management practices
- Lead and coach a small team, fostering a high-performance culture.
What we offer
- Competitive remuneration and career progression in a leading ASX-listed organisation.
- Perks@Downer – access to exclusive financial, travel, and wellbeing discounts.
- Leadership development through programs such as THRIVE and EmpowHER.
- A dedicated internal mobility team supporting career growth and succession planning.
- Be part of a high-performing central finance team with oversight across a diverse portfolio.
What we’re looking for
- Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, or commerce (CPA/CA preferred).
- 10+ years’ experience in finance, including exposure to cash and working capital in a large, complex organisation.
- Proven leadership skills with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
- Strong analytical, planning, and budgeting capability.
- Advanced Excel skills and ERP proficiency.
About Energy & Utilities
Downer's Energy & Utilities business unit is an integrated trans-Tasman team providing services and solutions that connect communities to essential networks and infrastructure. We design, build, operate and maintain critical assets across water, electricity, telecommunications, industrial and power generation sectors. Our expertise spans in-house technical knowledge, specialist engineering, integrated OEM partnerships, and dedicated crews of qualified tradespeople.
Downer Group values diversity of experience, talent, and culture. We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds.
How to apply
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