A well-established financial services business is seeking an experienced Financial Modelling Contractor to design and build a practical budgeting and forecasting model during a major finance systems transformation.
Working closely with the CFO and senior project stakeholders, you will create an integrated forecasting framework that supports the current budgeting cycle and provides a robust platform for future planning. The setting is currently reliant on multiple spreadsheets and manual consolidation processes, creating an chance to deliver a streamlined and fit-for-purpose solution.
Key Responsibilities
Design and build an integrated three-way forecasting model incorporating:
Profit & Loss
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow
Develop forecasting capability for liquidity, working capital and funding requirements.
Translate complex operational drivers into a practical budgeting framework.
Work with imperfect source data and existing manual processes to deliver a workable solution quickly.
Ensure the model remains sustainable and easy to maintain during and after a broader ERP transformation programme.
About You
You are likely to be a:
Senior Financial Modeller
FP&A; Contractor
Finance Transformation Consultant
Commercial Finance Specialist
with experience building sophisticated but practical forecasting models in complex, transaction-heavy businesses.
Experience within any of the following sectors would be highly regarded:
Financial Services
Asset Finance
Equipment Finance
Automotive Finance
Consumer Lending
Captive Finance
You will ideally understand lending portfolios, working capital dynamics, liquidity forecasting, funding requirements, commission structures and the cash flow impacts of portfolio growth.
What We're Looking For
Proven experience building integrated three-way financial models from the ground up.
Strong commercial judgement and pragmatic problem-solving skills.
Ability to work autonomously and deliver outcomes at pace.
Confidence engaging with executive stakeholders.
Experience operating within changing environments and ongoing finance system implementations.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on assignment where you'll have the chance to make an immediate impact, delivering a model that will become a critical planning tool for the business over the next several years.
Salary circa: $75-100ph + Superannuation
Contractors available immediately or at short notice are encouraged to apply.