EOI - Finance Manager

Role summary

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The Finance Manager role is suited to an experienced finance professional with a degree in accounting, finance, or a related discipline, with CPA or CA qualifications preferred. Experience in construction, infrastructure, or project-based environments is highly valuable. The candidate will be expected to manage financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, cost control, cash flow, compliance, audits, and financial analysis. Strong knowledge of accounting systems, Excel, project controls, and Australian regulatory requirements is important. The role also requires commercial awareness, accuracy, confidentiality, and the ability to communicate effectively with project managers, executives, subcontractors, and clients. Leadership capability and the confidence to improve processes and support business decisions will be expected.

About the employer

CPB Contractors is one of Australia’s leading construction and infrastructure companies, delivering major building, civil engineering, transport, resources, and utilities projects across Australia and New Zealand. The business works on large-scale and technically complex developments, often in partnership with government agencies, private clients, and specialist contractors. CPB Contractors is part of the CIMIC Group and operates with a strong focus on safety, sustainability, quality, innovation, and responsible project delivery. Its finance teams support major projects by managing budgets, forecasting, commercial performance, reporting, governance, and financial risk. Employees typically work in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments where practical problem-solving and strong stakeholder relationships are important. The company offers opportunities to contribute to nationally significant infrastructure while developing experience across complex construction programs and project-based finance.

Working in Australia

Australia offers opportunities in construction, infrastructure, engineering, healthcare, technology, finance, mining, and professional services, with demand varying by state and regional project activity. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative, and direct, with strong attention to safety, inclusion, and work-life balance. Lifestyle options range from major cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth to regional and coastal communities. Housing and living costs can be high in the largest cities, while regional locations may offer lower costs and project allowances. Skilled workers commonly explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways, or temporary graduate options, depending on qualifications and eligibility. Before relocating, applicants should check occupation lists, registration requirements, tax rules, healthcare access, and visa conditions. Australia’s distance between cities is significant, so location, transport, climate, and family needs should be considered carefully when accepting a role.