About this role
<div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>About Veolia</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><strong><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Create positive change. Be a champion of Ecological Transformation.</span></strong></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Join Veolia, a global leader with over 170 years of experience, operating in 40+ countries with 220,000 employees worldwide, including 6,500 staff across 300 sites in Australia and New Zealand. As part of our team, you'll contribute to crucial environmental solutions through our innovative Water, Waste, Energy and Industrial Services, helping protect the environment and address essential human needs for a sustainable future.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>The Opportunity</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">This is the perfect next career step for a senior finance manager looking for a new national role with a market-leading, household name organisation. In this role you will partner with the General Manager Finance for our Environmental Services business unit to own and drive all aspects of finance for this key part of our business. You will draw on your outstanding business acumen and strategic thinking skills to drive profitability and manage costs as part of a cohesive financial strategy for the BU. You will collaborate with finance and operations teams to achieve sustainable growth and profitability, working through your state managers and their teams to achieve all goals and targets.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What's on offer</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">High profile role in key business unit</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Varied and challenging opportunity</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Flexible working arrangements and great corporate office location</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll be responsible for</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Execute profitability strategies</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Manage P&L accountability and financial performance </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Create financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Support monthly business reviews and establish KPIs</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Analyse costs, pricing, and margins </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Review tender models and pricing structures </span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Drive process improvements and cost reduction</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="line-height:1.2;margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Implement financial controls and performance frameworks</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>What you'll need to be successful</b></H2> </div><div><ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Five to ten years in finance, 3+ years in leadership</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Proven P&L turnaround success</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Three to five years audit experience (preferred)</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Bachelor's in Finance/Accounting/Economics</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">CA/CPA/CFA (preferred)</span></p> </li> </ul></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Why Veolia?</b></H2> </div><div><p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">At Veolia, we support our people both at work and beyond. Enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive, including:</span></p> <p> </p> <ul style="margin-top:0.0px;margin-bottom:0.0px"> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Generous paid parental leave and a paid volunteer day</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Flexible and hybrid working arrangements</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Superannuation contributions on unpaid parental leave</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Fitness Passport and discounted health insurance</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Employee Assistance Program (Thrive) for you and your family</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Car allowances, novated leasing, and vehicle discounts</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Bonus and referral programs, plus employee share plan</span></p> </li> <li style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif"> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt">Ongoing professional development and clear career pathways</span></p> </li> </ul> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to ensuring every employee returns home safely every day under our Always Safe Charter.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Join a team that values your wellbeing, growth, and contribution—while making a real impact on the environment and our communities.</span></p></div></div><div style="padding:10.0px 0.0px;border:1.0px solid transparent"><div style="font-size:16.0px;word-wrap:break-word"><H2 style="font-size:1.0em;margin:0.0px"><b>Fairness, Diversity & Inclusion</b></H2> </div><div><p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and accessible environment. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, please let us know so we can support you.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Discover more about our benefits, culture, and commitment to diversity at </span><a style="text-decoration:none" href="http://anz.veolia.com/careers"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif;color:#1155cc;text-decoration:underline">anz.veolia.com/careers</span></a><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">We value your interest in our employment opportunities and commit to respond to all applications.</span></p> <p> </p> <p style="margin-top:0.0pt;margin-bottom:0.0pt"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:Arial, sans-serif">Veolia is committed to conducting recruitment in a fair, ethical and transparent manner based solely on merit. Candidates with direct or indirect personal/professional ties to Veolia and/or any third party related to Veolia business (including but not limited to Veolia's suppliers, customers, partners and competitors) must disclose this information.</span></p></div></div></div>