AddressAt Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Your future role
Take on a new challenge and apply your Finance management expertise in a new cutting-edge field. You'll report to the Senior Finance Project Manager, and work alongside a diverse group of Colleagues that support our Digital & Integrated Systems business.
You'll play a critical role in supporting Project leadership team to provide strategic and operational finance support. You will be based in our Perth CBD office and support a major project, critical to Alstom ANZ.
We'll look to you for:
- Support the implementation the global financial strategy set at tender stage (with the support of a Senior FPM. Full understanding of the Alliance Model.)
- Monitoring compliance with all governance and reporting rules & regulations in project.
- Corroborating the permanent compliance of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
- Challenging financial information throughout project process and work package reviews (consistent "Early Warning" for financial impacts of projects operational performances and risk mitigation).
- Monthly reporting of project actual and forecast (vs Budget) spend to support Work Package Owners and the Project Manager in the financial control and forecasting of their budgets.
- Ensure all actual cost will pass the Audit test to have full cost reimbursement (in line with contractual requirements). Reconciling project data and General Ledger on regular (at least monthly) basis.
- Ensure accuracy of the month end financials to reflect the correct financial position of the project. Supporting the finance teams in the monthly closing process and reporting Project financials in a suitable manner.
- Ensuring billing process (external or internal) is made on a timely manner in line with the Alliance model and linked to the Finance Management Plan. Set up of a clear payment claim process according to the Alliance model
- Understanding the contractual terms and conditions and advising about all financial matters in contract, focusing on guiding on competitiveness improvement.
- Preparing timely forecasts for sales, costs, margin and cash.
All about you
We value passion and attitude over experience. That's why we don't expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we've listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to build effective relationships.
- Significant experience in a similar role, providing financial analysis/support.
- Advanced MS Excel skills and MS Office experience.
- Tertiary qualification in Finance/Business with good understanding of long term contracts.
- Willingness to learn and the desire to develop cross functional relationship with functions outside Finance.
- Ability to work under time pressure if required in certain phases of the project.
- Experience with SAP will be highly regarded.
Things you'll enjoy
Join us on a life-long transformative journey - the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You'll also:
- Contribute to innovative projects across Australia and New Zealand.
- 18 weeks paid parental leave.
- Free gym membership.
- Flexible working options and additional leave days.
- Purchase annual leave and novated leasing schemes.
- Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
- Stability, challenges and a long-term career enabling you to steer your progression in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
- Benefit from a competitive package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and social coverage (life, salary continuance, medical, superannuation).
You don't need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you'll be proud. If you're up for the challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
Important to note
As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: hr.accessibility@alstomgroup.com.
For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application.
As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.
