Senior Finance Manager

Your new company

Hays Senior Finance are proud to be exclusively representing Bothar Boring & Tunnelling, a specialist civil construction business and recognised leader in micro‑tunnelling and trenchless infrastructure solutions, on their search for their next Senior Finance Manager. With over 30 years in the Australian market, this business delivers complex underground construction projects across the eastern seaboard. Following a successful restructure, the organisation is now backed by a global investment group and is entering an exciting phase of sustained growth and plans for future operational expansion. You will report directly to an enthusiastic General Manager with 25+ years’ tenure, a hands‑on and knowledgeable leader who provides strong guidance while empowering autonomy. Based in Murarrie, the office provides a convenient location with free on‑site parking, as well as a close‑knit, approachable culture. With a highly experienced team and strong tenure across the business, Bothar offers a genuinely family‑friendly, supportive environment, where collaboration and team fit are key.

Your new role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead the end-to-end finance function while remaining close to the detail in a true SME environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Full ownership of the month‑end close and management reporting
• Managing cashflow, budgeting and quarterly reforecasts
• Delivering project‑based financial insights, including job costing, WIP and performance analysis
• Overseeing AP, AR, bank reconciliations and transactional processes
• Managing all statutory compliance (GST, BAS, payroll tax and audit requirements)
• Preparing reporting for lenders, board and investment stakeholders
• Partnering with project managers and operational teams to drive performance
• Leading and mentoring a small finance team (AP Clerk and Company Accountant)
• Governance, controls and risk assessments for projects or potential acquisitions or mergers
• Driving process improvements and system optimisation (Sage Intacct ERP)

What you'll need to succeed

• CA/CPA qualified (ideal) with strong technical accounting capability
• Proven experience within construction, contracting or project‑based environments (essential)
• A demonstrated hands‑on SME background, comfortable across both transactional and reporting tasks
• Track record delivering accurate and tight month‑end deadlines
• Strong experience in budgeting, forecasting and financial planning
• Confident engaging with senior stakeholders including board, lenders and investors
• A collaborative leader who is willing to support, mentor and develop others

This role requires someone who will thrive in a small, close‑knit team environment. Cultural fit is critical, and the business is seeking someone who:

• Builds strong relationships and brings others up the curve
• Leads with humility, influence and collaboration rather than hierarchy
• Is adaptable and comfortable working within a dynamic contracting environment
• Has a team‑first mindset and is willing to step in where needed

What you'll get in return

• Senior, visible role with end‑to‑end ownership of finance
• Direct mentorship from an experienced, long‑tenured General Manager
• Exposure to board, lenders and investment stakeholders
• Opportunity to play a key role in a growing specialist construction business
• Murarrie location with free on‑site or street parking
• Highly competitive salary and incentive bonus package
• Supportive, stable and socially vibrant team with excellent dedication to the company

What you need to do now

If you are a hands‑on Finance Manager or Financial Controller with construction or similar blue-collar industry experience and are looking to join a growing, specialist business, apply now or contact Amy McCusker at Hays Senior Finance on 0732433078 or via ***email_hidden*** for a confidential discussion.