Finance Manager - Water at Service Stream

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Finance Management, Leadership, Business Partnering, Financial Reporting, Risk Management, Compliance, Team Development, Continuous Improvement, Analytical Skills, Stakeholder Engagement, Accounting Standards, ASX Guidelines, Cash Flow Management, Balance Sheet Management, Construction Industry Knowledge, Service Industry Knowledge

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Primary Location VIC - Melbourne - 655 Collins St Job Description Summary Finance leadership meets impact — join Service Stream and shape the future of our Water Sector. About the Role Service Stream’s Melbourne based Finance – Utilities division is on the lookout for a driven Finance Manager to lead the financial function of our Water Sector business across NSW, QLD, and SA. Reporting to the Financial Controller – Power & Water, this role is both hands-on and strategic — blending day-to-day financial management with leadership, business partnering, and providing trusted advice to our operational leaders. We’re looking for someone who can balance technical excellence with influencing and leadership skills, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. What you’ll do Partner with contract managers and operational leaders to deliver strategic and tactical financial advice. Provide high-quality reporting with a focus on balance sheet strength and cash flow management, delivering insights that drive decision making. Proactively manage the balance sheet and working capital to maximise returns. Ensure accurate and timely financial reporting at the contract level. Oversee governance frameworks, risk management, and compliance with commercial deliverables. Lead and develop a small team (~4) of finance professionals, building capability and driving efficiency. Champion continuous improvement, adopting and standardising best practice processes and policies. Safeguard compliance with accounting standards, ASX guidelines and principles. About you To thrive in this role, you’ll bring: Tertiary qualifications in Finance/Accounting and CPA/CA accreditation. Proven leadership experience at mid–senior management level within a construction or service-focused organisation. Strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of financial reporting, controls, and industry best practice. Experience managing and developing small to mid-size teams. Exposure to an ASX-listed environment (highly desirable). Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at every level. This opportunity is ideal for a motivated, outcome-driven finance leader who thrives on partnering with the business to deliver results. Why Join Us? At Service Stream, we are committed to building Australia’s essential service networks. This role offers the opportunity to lead impactful projects, work closely with industry experts, and contribute to a strong safety culture while being part of a dynamic and supportive team. We celebrate diversity and encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, individuals with disabilities or neurodivergence, and those from LGBTIQA+ or veteran communities. Benefits: Growth – We are growing and there are opportunities for your career development across our business units. Discounts - Employee rewards program and employee discounts across hundreds of businesses such as Woolworths, Air BNB, The Iconic, JB HI-FI, Dan Murphys, Bupa Health Care, Specsavers and many more! We also offer access to novated leasing. Paid Leave - Parental, cultural, community service, study, corporate volunteering and purchased leave available. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact talent.acquisition@servicestream.com.au. Service Stream does not accept any unsolicited resume referrals from external Recruitment or Labour Hire Companies. Department Finance How to Apply If this sounds like you apply now to the Service Stream Recruitment Team via the online application button. Service Stream, together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading national service provider to develop and operate Australia's essential communications, energy and water networks in the telecommunications and utilities industries. We specialise in the design, construction and maintenance of new and existing networks, and deliver end-to-end engineering and asset management solutions on behalf of our blue chip client base.

Responsibilities

The Finance Manager will lead the financial function of the Water Sector business, providing strategic and tactical financial advice while ensuring accurate financial reporting. This role involves managing the balance sheet, overseeing governance frameworks, and developing a small team of finance professionals.