Full time | Defence Sector | Brisbane Your new company
A leading organisation within the defence industry is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join their Business Management team on a full-time (38 hours per week) basis in Brisbane. This role offers the opportunity to work on a major, long-term defence program, partnering closely with operational and program stakeholders to support financial performance and decision-making.
Your new role
Working as a key finance partner, you will be responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting, analysis and planning to support program and organisational outcomes. This is a hands-on role requiring strong attention to detail, sound judgement and the ability to operate in a highly governed environment.
Key responsibilities include:
- Monthly financial reporting, forecasting and variance analysis
- Annual and long-term financial planning
- P&L; and balance sheet analysis to understand key cost drivers
- Financial modelling and "what-if" scenario analysis
- Supporting project financial management, including reporting, forecasting and invoicing
- Ensuring strong financial controls and data integrity
- Partnering with non-finance stakeholders to provide clear, actionable insights
What you'll need to succeed
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Commercial,
Project Management or a related discipline
- 5+ years' experience in financial analysis, commercial finance or business management roles
- NV1 security clearance strongly preferred
- Candidates with Baseline clearance will also be considered
- Valid Defence Common Access Card (DCAC)
- Defence industry experience highly regarded
- Strong analytical capability with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to communicate confidently with a broad range of internal stakeholders
- Comfortable working in a structured, compliance-driven environment
What you'll get in return
- Full-time role supporting a significant defence program
- Primary location close to all bus and train services
- Opportunity to work within a collaborative, high-performing finance team
- Exposure to complex, large-scale defence projects and stakeholders
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to
[email protected] or call Amy McCusker at HAYS Senior Finance on (phone hidden).
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📌 Senior Finance Analyst (Brisbane)
🏢 Important Group
📍 Brisbane