Job Description

We are seeking a commercially minded and analytical Finance Analyst to join a growing finance team. This role offers the opportunity to partner with key stakeholders across the business, providing meaningful financial insights, performance analysis, and decision-support to drive strategic outcomes.

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The successful candidate will have strong financial services experience, excellent analytical capabilities, and the ability to translate complex financial information into actionable business insights. This is an ideal opportunity for a finance professional looking to combine technical financial knowledge with commercial analysis and business partnering responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities Financial Analysis & Business Performance n

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- Deliver monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reporting and performance analysis.
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- Analyse financial results against budget, forecast, and prior periods, identifying key trends and drivers.
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- Prepare management reporting packs and provide insights to support strategic decision-making.
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- Partner with business stakeholders to understand performance outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement.
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- Develop financial models and scenario analysis to support business initiatives and investment decisions.
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Budgeting, Forecasting & Planning nn
- Support the annual budgeting and periodic forecasting processes.
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- Maintain and enhance financial models used for forecasting and business planning.
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- Monitor performance against key financial metrics and KPIs.
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- Assist in evaluating the financial impact of new products, projects, and strategic initiatives.
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Regulatory & Financial Reporting nn
- Support the preparation and review of regulatory and financial reporting requirements.
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- Assist in ensuring compliance with IFRS and industry reporting standards.
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- Contribute to the preparation of board papers, management reports, and regulatory submissions.
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- Provide analytical support for financial statement reviews and reporting deliverables.
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Projects & Process Improvement nn
- Partner with finance and business teams on strategic and regulatory projects.
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- Identify opportunities to improve reporting efficiency, automation, and data quality.
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- Support system enhancements, reporting initiatives, and process optimisation activities.
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- Assist with the implementation of current reporting frameworks and financial controls.
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Qualifications nn
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics, or a related discipline.
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- CA, CPA, or CFA qualification (or working towards completion) highly regarded.
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- 3-7 years' experience in financial analysis, management reporting, FP&A;, or finance business partnering within financial services or banking.
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- Solid understanding of financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and performance analysis.
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- Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills.
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- Experience with reporting and ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Hyperion, Axiom
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- Strong data analysis and problem-solving capabilities.
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- Commercial Acumen: Ability to interpret financial results and provide meaningful business insights.
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- Analytical Thinking: Strong financial modelling, forecasting, and problem-solving skills.
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- Stakeholder Management: Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across the business.
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- Communication Skills: Capable of presenting complex financial information in a clear and concise manner.
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- Attention to Detail: High levels of accuracy and data integrity.
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- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proactive approach to improving reporting processes and operational efficiency.
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📌 Senior Reporting Analyst (Sydney)
🏢 Intuitive Recruitment
📍 Sydney