Finance Manager

Canberra Metro Operations (CMET) is a proud operator and maintainer of the Canberra Light Rail, dedicated to providing an exceptional and quality experience for public transport users in the ACT. Embedded in our values, we continuously strive to enhance the customer journey through innovation and collaborative teamwork. Our diverse and passionate team is committed to delivering a safe and reliable transport service, leveraging creativity and inclusivity at every turn.

CMET is currently looking for an experienced and capable Finance Manager. This part-time role is responsible for developing and executing business support strategies in conjunction with key stakeholders to facilitate the ongoing delivery of all aspects of operations and maintenance, focusing particularly on the overarching delivery of financial company reporting requirements.

• Oversee accounting, budgeting, and payroll functions.
• Manage continuous improvement of financial reporting and accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with all legal and statutory authorities (e.g., ASIC, payroll).
• Prepare monthly operational and board reports.
• Manage contract, commercial, and financial risk; ensure accurate forecasting of costs and revenue.
• Develop plans and programs to align procedures with reporting objectives.
• Lead the monthly financial review process, liaising with Shareholders' Financial Representatives.
• Liaise with external accountants to prepare annual financial statements, audits, and tax returns. Develop commercial strategies and policies in partnership with senior management to achieve operational objectives.
• Implement improvement measures from investigations and operational experience.
• Manage the finance team to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery of outputs.
• Build and maintain productive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders. 

• Holds a Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Law, Commerce, Accounting, Business or relevant disciplines 
• Has CPA certification (desirable)
• Has 5+ years of senior finance role experience, including leading and managing a finance team, and dealing with a Board of Directors
• Has experience in public transport, preferably rail/light rail (desirable)
• Has experience managing various contracts such as joint ventures (desirable)
• Has experience in an organisation with contractual, legal, commercial, industrial relations and legislative compliance
• Possesses advanced financial and commercial management skills, including cost reduction and meeting budgets
• Has strong client relationship and stakeholder management skills.
• Can adhere to strict confidentiality policies and processes.

• Flexible working arrangements
• Healthy work-life balance
• Salary sacrificing and novated leasing options
• Paid parental leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted gym membership
• Secure, free, on-site parking

If this opportunity aligns with your expertise and aspirations, please submit your resume and cover letter. 

Due to the role's nature, CMET's selection process may include background checks and qualification and work rights verifications. Learn more about CMET at cmet.com.au.

We strongly encourage people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander to apply.