Job Finance Manager, Pyrmont

About Veolia

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Join Veolia, a global leader in environmental solutions operating across 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across Australia and New Zealand. Together, we deliver innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services to protect the environment and build a sustainable future.

The Opportunity

The Opportunity

We're looking for a technically strong Finance Manager to join our Transactional Accounting team on a 12-month fixed term basis. This is a hands-on role focused on technical accounting – interpretation, application, and ensuring the integrity of our general ledgers. You'll work closely with our Head of Reporting & Consolidation and Head of FP&A, with meaningful exposure to senior leadership and large, complex accounting projects.

What's on offer

• Exposure to senior management and large, complex contracts and projects in a globally recognised organisation

• A genuine stepping stone into commercial finance for those looking to broaden their career

• Hybrid working arrangement – 3 days in office / 2 days from home

• A collaborative, supportive team environment with a strong culture

What you'll be responsible for

• Leading the technical accounting function, including interpretation and application of Group and local accounting standards, and overseeing the monthly close process

• Managing monthly balance sheet reviews, reconciliations, and supporting the preparation of statutory accounts and external reporting

• Building and maintaining effective partnerships with Business Line and Segment finance teams, as well as external auditors

• Driving continuous improvement across accounting processes, systems, and controls, including contributing to the automation and digitisation roadmap

What you'll need to be successful

• Ideally Big 4 trained with a strong technical Accounting background and CPA/CA qualification

• Minimum 5+ years' post-qualification experience, with demonstrated experience in a managerial role, desired but not required

• Deep technical accounting knowledge

• Strong communicator, organised, and deadline-driven with the ability to engage confidently with senior stakeholders

At Veolia, safety is our priority. Shortlisted candidates must be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical check including drug and alcohol screening, as well as a National Police Clearance.

Why Veolia?

Why Veolia?

At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:

• Generous paid parental leave and paid volunteer days

• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

• Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave

• Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance

• Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family

• Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts

• Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan

• Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways

Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.

Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion

Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage candidates requiring recruitment adjustments to let us know.

Discover more about our culture and careers at anz.veolia.com/careers.

Veolia conducts recruitment fairly, ethically and transparently based on merit. Candidates with personal or professional ties to Veolia or related third parties must disclose this information upon application.