Finance Manager - Reporting and Cash Management

Love numbers, strategy & impact? Step up as our Finance Manager - Reporting & Cash! Auckland-based.

At Downer we plan, create and sustain. Downer is the leading provider of integrated services in Australia and New Zealand. Through trusted relationships and world leading insight we work closely with our customers to design, build and sustain assets, infrastructure, and facilities.

**Finance Manager - Reporting & Cash | Auckland**

Love numbers, strategy and making an impact? Join Downer as our next Finance Manager and play a key role in shaping financial performance across New Zealand and Australia.

**Te kowhiringa | The Opportunity**

This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll combine your financial expertise and commercial acumen to deliver accurate reporting, optimise cashflow, and drive performance improvements across our business.

You'll work closely with senior leaders across both NZ and Australia, providing insights that help influence decisions and improve business outcomes.

**Nga kawenga | What you'll be doing**

In this role, you will:

• Lead month-end processes, financial reporting, and OneStream submissions
• Drive sustainable cost management and provide analysis on functional cost performance
• Optimise cash collections and working capital, including cashflow forecasting and debtor management
• Support budgeting, forecasting, and planning cycles across the business
• Ensure compliance with audit, tax, and internal control requirements
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across finance systems and processes
• Provide mentoring and leadership to build a high-performing, collaborative finance team

**Nga pukenga matua | About You**

You're a seasoned finance professional who thrives in complex, fast-paced environments and enjoys translating numbers into meaningful insights. You'll bring:

• Tertiary qualification in commerce, accounting, or financial management
• Chartered Accountant (CA) or equivalent qualification
• 10+ years' experience in a senior finance role, ideally within a large or multi-entity organisation
• Strong background in financial reporting, cashflow management, and compliance
• Proven ability to lead teams, influence stakeholders, and drive performance
• High emotional intelligence, resilience, and a proactive problem-solving mindset

**Ko te take ka parekareka e koe ki te mahi ki konei | Why you'll love working with us**

At Downer, we're committed to delivering excellence - for our customers, communities, and our people. You'll join a supportive and high-performing team that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation.

We offer:

• Access to Marram Health Care benefits and discounted holiday homes
• Career progression and professional development opportunities, including our Inspiring Leaders Programme
• A company with a strong reputation for safety, quality, and sustainability
• $500 bonus for current employees who refer a friend to Downer

**Me pehea ki te tono | How to Apply**

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply now by clicking *Apply* and submitting your application. The reference number for this role is 726857

We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment drug test, medical and a Ministry of Justice check prior to starting employment. If you need support with this requirement, please talk to our team.