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Saunders International is a leading, Australian-based ASX-listed company, committed to providing engineering services to the energy, defence, infrastructure and resource sectors. Firmly focused on safety, Saunders spans over 70 successful years. We are proud of our ever-expanding portfolio of projects covering tank and bridge engineering and construction, terminal expansions, infrastructure remediation, technical EPCM services and industrial electrical/process automation solutions.Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the Saunders International team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role can be based at any of our Saunders offices in NSW, QLD or VIC.RESPONSIBILITIESThe Finance Business Partner (FBP) will play a vital role in driving the commercial and financial success of a portfolio of business units within Saunders International Group. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the FBP will work closely with operational and project leaders to provide financial support, insight, and analysis. The role is central to ensuring effective cost control of projects, including the accurate recording, controlling, forecasting, and reporting of all financial matters, while proactively helping to improve performance and support strategic decision-making across the businessABOUT YOUQualified Accountant (CA/CPA) with approximately 5+ years’ experience, or proven experience in a similar advisory-focused finance role.Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial insights into business drivers and support decision-making.Exceptional analytical skills with demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.Clear, confident communicator who can influence and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.Proficient to expert in Microsoft Excel, with strong skills in data management, analysis, and presentation.Solid understanding of reconciliations and maintaining financial accuracy.Proven problem-solving ability with critical and analytical thinking.Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a methodical approach.Appetite to drive process and system improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, particularly within construction and asset services projects.Adaptable, resilient, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.DesirableIndustry exposure in construction, resources, or major projects advantageous but not essential.Experience using Jobpac ERP or similar project-based systems is desirable.THE BENEFITSAt Saunders, we invest in our people because we believe it makes our team stronger and better equipped to deliver on our promise and values of OneTeam, Zero Harm, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Respect.Market competitive remunerationExposure to resources industryFlexible working arrangements negotiable with job requirementsSupportive workplace culturePaid parental leaveWellbeing leave daysCost of Living DiscountsEmployee Assistance ProgramSaunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.HOW TO APPLYTo apply, please click the apply button and upload a copy of your resume. The successful applicants must have full working rights in Australia, be able to provide contactable references, complete a criminal record check and undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening.If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process, or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact people@saundersint.com for a confidential discussion.We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. Unfortunately, because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t able to respond to every applicant. AUD Rhodes 2138

Finance Business Partner

Saunders International is a leading, Australian-based ASX-listed company, committed to providing engineering services to the energy, defence, infrastructure and resource sectors. Firmly focused on safety, Saunders spans over 70 successful years. We are proud of our ever-expanding portfolio of projects covering tank and bridge engineering and construction, terminal expansions, infrastructure remediation, technical EPCM services and industrial electrical/process automation solutions.

Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Finance Business Partner to join the Saunders International team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role can be based at any of our Saunders offices in NSW, QLD or VIC.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Finance Business Partner (FBP) will play a vital role in driving the commercial and financial success of a portfolio of business units within Saunders International Group. Reporting to the Senior Finance Business Partner, the FBP will work closely with operational and project leaders to provide financial support, insight, and analysis. The role is central to ensuring effective cost control of projects, including the accurate recording, controlling, forecasting, and reporting of all financial matters, while proactively helping to improve performance and support strategic decision-making across the business

ABOUT YOU

  • Qualified Accountant (CA/CPA) with approximately 5+ years’ experience, or proven experience in a similar advisory-focused finance role.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial insights into business drivers and support decision-making.
  • Exceptional analytical skills with demonstrated experience in budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
  • Clear, confident communicator who can influence and build trust with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Proficient to expert in Microsoft Excel, with strong skills in data management, analysis, and presentation.
  • Solid understanding of reconciliations and maintaining financial accuracy.
  • Proven problem-solving ability with critical and analytical thinking.
  • Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and a methodical approach.
  • Appetite to drive process and system improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness, particularly within construction and asset services projects.
  • Adaptable, resilient, and thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Desirable

  • Industry exposure in construction, resources, or major projects advantageous but not essential.
  • Experience using Jobpac ERP or similar project-based systems is desirable.

THE BENEFITS

At Saunders, we invest in our people because we believe it makes our team stronger and better equipped to deliver on our promise and values of OneTeam, Zero Harm, Excellence, Innovation, Integrity and Respect.

  • Market competitive remuneration
  • Exposure to resources industry
  • Flexible working arrangements negotiable with job requirements
  • Supportive workplace culture
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellbeing leave days
  • Cost of Living Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program

Saunders embraces the values of an innovative and diverse workforce and recognises that inclusion sets us all up for success. All suitably qualified or experienced applicants will be considered.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, please click the apply button and upload a copy of your resume. The successful applicants must have full working rights in Australia, be able to provide contactable references, complete a criminal record check and undergo a pre-employment medical, including drug & alcohol screening.

If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process, or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact people@saundersint.com for a confidential discussion.

We appreciate the time and effort that goes into each application. Unfortunately, because of the volume of applications we receive, we aren’t able to respond to every applicant.