Finance Manager

Who We Are

Bradken is equipping the resource sector to sustainably advance society.

As our Finance Manager, you'll be joining a global leader in the design, manufacture and supply of wear products and services for mining equipment.

With 3,000 team members worldwide and a bold goal of carbon neutrality by 2030, you’ll be part of a diverse team driving innovation, accuracy and service excellence.

About the Role

You bring more than just numbers to the table, you bring insight, initiative, and a clear-eyed view of how finance drives performance. As Finance Manager – Supply Chain, you’ll step into a pivotal role, shaping financial strategy, strengthening business outcomes, and championing continuous improvement across our global supply chain functions.

Your Impact

You will lead financial reporting and analysis across the global Supply Chain function, enabling data-driven decision-making that boosts margin, lowers costs, and increases operational agility. Your clear, strategic insights will help shape the way our supply chain functions every day.

• You will provide detailed monthly analysis on budget performance, freight and warehousing costs, inventory and overheads, and lead reviews with operational leaders to drive accountability and performance.
• You will lead the annual budgeting and quarterly forecasting process, bringing together cross-functional teams to deliver financial plans that reflect business priorities and market shifts.
• You will collaborate across Finance, Sales, and Manufacturing to improve working capital outcomes, manage inventory effectively, and monitor capital investments.
• You will develop scenario analyses and financial models to help our leaders make better decisions, faster.
• You will champion automation in reporting, building robust tools, validating data, and making information accessible for all.

How You’ll Make It Happen

Innovation and curiosity drive how you work, you don’t just report results, you shape what comes next. You bring a One Team mindset to every interaction, working cross-functionally and building financial awareness in others.

• You will work side-by-side with stakeholders to strengthen operational planning, reduce risk, and embed continuous improvement across the finance function.
• You will lead post-implementation reviews of capital projects, connecting strategic intent with actual results.
• You will help lift financial capability across our teams by designing and delivering targeted financial education sessions.

What You Bring

You’re commercially minded, technically sound, and at home in fast-paced, complex environments. You make the complex clear and deliver insights that matter.

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Commerce, Business, or similar field
• CPA or CA qualification preferred
• Proven experience in financial planning or operational finance, ideally in heavy engineering or manufacturing
• Hands-on expertise in cost accounting, inventory analysis, budgeting, and forecasting within a complex supply chain environment
• A track record of leading process improvements and driving value creation

This role is based in Brisbane.

At Bradken, we’re an inclusive, customer-focused team leading the way in the resources sector. We’re changing the game, come and play.

Be challenged. Be inspired. Be heard. Apply now and lead a team that builds with pride, safety, and purpose.

Why join our team at Bradken?

• Safety first environment and mindset
• Flexible work options
• Competitive Total Reward Packages
• Global and local recognition programs
• Paid Parental Leave
• Learning and Development focus
• Education assistance
• EAP for you and your family
• Community Involvement program

If you are interested in joining a team that is making a significant impact in the industry, we invite you to submit your application, along with your resume and a concise cover letter outlining why this position aligns with your career aspirations. Shortlisting for candidates will commence immediately.

Everyone has a story... become a part of ours!

How we hire

About Our Screening Process: As we work with teams around the world, time‑zone differences can make live screening challenging. To support a fair, consistent, and inclusive evaluation, we may invite candidates to complete a one‑way video screening at a time that suits them.

If you require adjustments or an alternative format, we’re happy to discuss this.

Before commencing employment , you will be required to complete a psychometric assessment and a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol testing.

Only applicants who currently hold full, unrestricted Australian working rights and are based in Australia will be considered.

WE RESPECTFULLY REQUEST NO APPROACHES FROM RECRUITMENT AGENCIES.

Bradken is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, engaging, and flexible work environment for our employees, as we believe that remarkable outcomes arise when individuals are empowered to express their authentic selves in their work. All employment decisions will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs.