Senior Finance Project Manager
Alstom
Date: 9 hours ago
City: Wellington, Wellington
Contract type: Full time
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, 80,000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.
Your Future Role:
Alstom is seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Project Manager to join our team in Wellington, New Zealand. In this critical role, you will be the financial leader for high-criticality projects and a key partner to the Project Director. Your expertise will drive financial strategy, performance, and compliance across all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
You will play an essential role in ensuring the financial success of projects, guiding decision-making through in-depth analysis, and shaping outcomes through active risk management and strategic insights. Your contribution will directly influence profitability, cash performance, and compliance with Alstom’s global standards and you will also be in charge of the financial activities pertaining to a legal entity.
As the Senior Finance Project Manager, you will:
As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: [email protected]. For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.
Your Future Role:
Alstom is seeking a highly experienced Senior Finance Project Manager to join our team in Wellington, New Zealand. In this critical role, you will be the financial leader for high-criticality projects and a key partner to the Project Director. Your expertise will drive financial strategy, performance, and compliance across all phases of the project lifecycle, from initiation to closure.
You will play an essential role in ensuring the financial success of projects, guiding decision-making through in-depth analysis, and shaping outcomes through active risk management and strategic insights. Your contribution will directly influence profitability, cash performance, and compliance with Alstom’s global standards and you will also be in charge of the financial activities pertaining to a legal entity.
As the Senior Finance Project Manager, you will:
- Partner with the Project Director in all aspects of project steering, governance, and strategic direction.
- Lead the financial performance of the project, ensuring delivery on margin, cash flow, cost control, and key KPIs.
- Drive project financial strategy, including tax structuring, hedging, intercompany pricing, and funding arrangements.
- Analyse and challenge project forecasts, providing insight on revenue, costs, and liquidity to support decision-making.
- Contribute to contract negotiation, claim management, and risk mitigation, focusing on finance-related impacts.
- Monitor compliance with financial rules, local regulations, internal controls, and IFRS standards.
- Lead project reporting activities including Management Project Reviews (MPRs) and Financial Project Reviews (FPRs), ensuring timely, accurate, and insightful financial data.
- Identify and manage financial risks and opportunities, including support for contingency and savings decisions.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders such as Legal, Operations, Procurement, and Tax to optimise project financial outcomes.
- Coach and support Junior Finance Project Managers, strengthening finance capability across the business.
- Promote a strong cash culture by managing billing, collections, working capital, and contract guarantee processes.
- Master’s degree in Finance, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
- Extensive experience in financial leadership roles within complex project environments — preferably in rail, infrastructure, or engineering sectors.
- Proven track record in managing finances for high-criticality, high-value projects with significant risk exposure.
- Strong knowledge of SAP, Excel, and project financial tools; with deep understanding of international accounting standards (IFRS).
- Experience in a multinational organisation with exposure to cross-functional and cross-border project operations.
- Advanced skills in negotiation, stakeholder management, and financial communication — with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Organised, analytical, and proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and business impact.
- High attention to detail, and strong commitment to compliance, ethics, and Alstom’s core values.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Flexible working options and additional leave days.
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave and novated leasing schemes.
- Comprehensive development programs and award-winning learning opportunities.
- Stability, challenges, and a long-term career path with opportunities for growth across a global industry leader.
- Comprehensive social coverage (life, salary continuance, medical).
As a global business, we're an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 70+ countries we operate in. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.
An agile, inclusive and responsible culture is the foundation of our company where diverse people are offered excellent opportunities to grow, learn and advance in their careers. We are committed to encouraging our employees to reach their full potential, while valuing and respecting them as individuals. We are an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourage women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with disability and other minority groups to apply.
We recognise that embracing flexibility & inclusivity is the smarter way of working. Please speak with us about your individual needs or if any workplace adjustments are required. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process please email: [email protected]. For internal applicants, please ensure you confirm your eligibility to apply with your Supervisor and relevant Human Resources representative prior to submitting an application. As part of the application process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment reference and medical checks, including drug and alcohol testing.
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