Financial Management Specialist

Financial Management Specialist – Contract (Until June 2026)
Location: Brisbane CBD, QLD 



Are you a hands-on finance professional with a passion for improving financial practices in complex environments? A leading infrastructure-focused organisation is seeking a Financial Management Specialist to join a strategic Finance Management Improvement Project. This is a unique contract opportunity to make a tangible impact on financial frameworks and reporting processes.




About the Role
You will play a pivotal role in enhancing financial management practices across the organisation, providing insights and analysis to support strategic decision-making. This role is project-focused and does not include ongoing business-as-usual financial operations. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the development and implementation of improved financial management frameworks, tools, and processes.
• Providing expert advice on budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and financial reporting.
• Identifying gaps and opportunities for improvement in financial processes and systems.
• Analysing financial data to support decision-making and project performance tracking.
• Engaging with stakeholders, facilitating workshops, and supporting capability uplift initiatives.

About You
The ideal candidate is delivery-focused, collaborative, and comfortable navigating complex, low-maturity environments. You are solutions-oriented, hands-on, and confident engaging with a wide range of stakeholders.




Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or related field (CPA/CA desirable).
• Extensive experience in financial management within asset-heavy or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong understanding of financial systems, controls, and reporting frameworks, including AASB for Asset Management.
• Proven ability to analyse complex financial data and deliver practical outcomes.
• High proficiency in financial software and tools (Excel, ERP systems, Power BI).
• Willingness to roll up sleeves and directly contribute to project deliverables.

Desirable

• Experience in transformation or continuous improvement programs in low-maturity or high-growth environments.
• Ability to work collaboratively across diverse stakeholder groups and adapt to ambiguity.
• Experience embedding improved financial practices within operational teams.
• Government experince is highly regarded.

This is a contract role until June 2026, offering the opportunity to contribute to a high-impact project while developing your expertise in strategic financial management within a complex infrastructure environment.


To Apply
Apply through the advert or Contact Crispin Swartz  for more infomation via crispin.swartz@chandlermacleod.com or 07 3003 7761.




At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.