At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive project outcomes through financial insights and analysis in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Globally recognised market leader in engineering and infrastructure.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work options, and completion bonus.
- Other info: Join a respected organisation with strong career growth and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by influencing commercial performance on large-scale projects.
- Qualifications: Degree in Finance or related field with project finance experience.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
A globally recognised market leader is seeking a commercially astute Finance / Commercial Project Controller to partner with senior operational leaders across a complex portfolio of large-scale engineering and infrastructure projects. This is a high-impact role for a finance professional who enjoys working close to the business, influencing outcomes, and driving commercial performance in a project-based environment.
Reporting to a senior finance leader, you will act as a trusted advisor to project execution and tender teams, providing commercial insight, financial governance and performance analysis across a diverse project portfolio. The position combines business partnering, project controls, risk management and financial leadership in a highly visible role supporting strategic business outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with project delivery and operational teams to optimise project financial performance
- Monitor and analyse project revenue, margins, cash flow and cost-to-complete performance
- Provide commercial challenge and support during tender and bid reviews
- Identify risks and opportunities across the project portfolio and drive mitigation strategies
- Deliver accurate forecasting, financial reporting and KPI analysis
- Support governance, compliance and financial control frameworks
- Influence business decisions through insightful financial analysis and commercial recommendations
- Build strong relationships across finance, operations, legal, contract management and executive stakeholders.
You are an analytical and commercially minded finance professional with experience supporting complex project environments. You possess the confidence to challenge stakeholders, influence decision-making and navigate competing priorities while maintaining strong governance standards.
To be successful, you will bring:
- Degree qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline
- Experience in project controlling, project finance, commercial management or project accounting environments
- Strong understanding of project financial performance, forecasting and risk management
- Exposure to contract-based or project execution businesses
- Advanced analytical capability and highly developed Excel and reporting skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
- The ability to operate autonomously while building credibility across multiple levels of leadership.
This role offers the opportunity to join a respected global organisation known for innovation, operational excellence and investment in its people. You will work alongside experienced leaders, gain exposure to significant projects and play a critical role in influencing commercial outcomes across the business.
An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful candidate.
Commercial Finance Project Controller in Ryde employer: Lawson Elliott Recruitment
Join a dynamic and innovative investment firm that is rapidly expanding its presence across Australasia, offering a unique opportunity for growth and development in the corporate finance sector. With a strong emphasis on collaboration and professional advancement, employees are encouraged to engage in meaningful projects that directly impact the business while enjoying a supportive work culture that values expertise and initiative. Located in a vibrant market, this role not only promises competitive remuneration but also the chance to be part of a forward-thinking team that is shaping the future of finance.
Contact Details:
Lawson Elliott Recruitment Recruitment Team
