" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eFinance \u0026amp; Commercial Manager | Construction\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17421\"\u003e Accounting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17422\"\u003e Management Accountant \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17423\"\u003e QLD - Brisbane \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"17424\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 29/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead our finance and commercial functions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDirect exposure and support from the corporate executive team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocation East Brisbane \u0026amp; an immediate start\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eC\u0026amp;M Builders\u003c/strong\u003e, a dynamic and growing name in the construction industry, has recently partnered with the Johns\u003cstrong\u003e Lyng Group (JLG)\u003c/strong\u003e. As we enter this exciting next chapter of growth and integration, we are seeking a commercially astute \u003cstrong\u003eFinance \u0026amp; Commercial Manager\u003c/strong\u003e to lead our finance and commercial functions.\u003cbr\u003e Reporting directly to the \u003cstrong\u003eC\u0026amp;M Business Leaders\u003c/strong\u003e and the \u003cstrong\u003eJLG Group CFO \u0026ndash; Operations\u003c/strong\u003e, you will be the critical strategic link between day-to-day project operations and corporate financial governance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this dual finance and commercial role, you will drive operational excellence across:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial Management \u0026amp; Corporate Integration:\u003c/strong\u003e Take full ownership of end-to-end month-end processes, management accounts, and balance sheet reconciliations, aligning C\u0026amp;M\u0027s reporting framework with JLG Group policies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction Accounting \u0026amp; WIP:\u003c/strong\u003e Own the Work in Progress (WIP) and revenue recognition processes. You will collaborate with, and constructively challenge, project teams regarding forecast margins, cost-to-complete metrics, and financial risks.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Strategy \u0026amp; Governance:\u003c/strong\u003e Support contract reviews, variation and claim management, subcontractor agreements, bank guarantees, and insurance policy registers.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBudgeting, Forecasting \u0026amp; Cost Control:\u003c/strong\u003e Lead the annual budget, drive rolling cash flow forecasts, and manage detailed overhead cost controls to identify efficiency opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGovernance \u0026amp; Equity Reporting:\u003c/strong\u003e Manage compliance, statutory/tax requirements, intercompany accounting, and reporting related to equity structures and shareholder transactions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout You\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e To be successful in this position, you are a hands-on finance professional who loves getting out from behind the desk to interface with project managers and site teams.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat you bring:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustry Experience:\u003c/strong\u003e Proven background in \u003cstrong\u003eConstruction Accounting\u003c/strong\u003e or a heavily project-based environment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Strength:\u003c/strong\u003e Deep knowledge of \u003cstrong\u003eWIP tracking\u003c/strong\u003e, project forecasting, job costing, and revenue recognition principles.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorporate Acumen:\u003c/strong\u003e Experience working within (or reporting into) a large corporate environment is highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication Skills:\u003c/strong\u003e The ability to influence, build relationships, and challenge project milestones with construction professionals.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualifications:\u003c/strong\u003e CA, CPA, or equivalent post-graduate qualification is required.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0026rsquo;s on Offer?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Best of Both Worlds: \u003c/strong\u003eEnjoy the close-knit, fast-paced culture of C\u0026amp;M Builders alongside the world-class resource pool and financial backing of Johns Lyng Group.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCareer Progression: \u003c/strong\u003eDirect exposure to a high-profile corporate executive team, paving the way for significant career development within the broader national group.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eImpactful Role: \u003c/strong\u003eBroad, autonomous scope spanning financial control, project engineering analysis, legal risk management, and corporate finance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHow to Apply\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If you are a commercially minded finance professional ready to drive business performance, we want to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe are a company of integrity and diversity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c/strong\u003e The successful candidate must have the right to work in Australia and be prepared to undergo a pre-employment medical examination and criminal background check where required.\u003c/em\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1997931\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "