Commercial Analyst

people2people; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

people2people in Brisbane is seeking a commercially minded Commercial Analyst or Finance Business Partner to support leadership with financial insights that drive performance. This role sits in Fortitude Valley and offers exposure to pricing decisions and strategic projects beyond traditional month-end reporting.

You will develop models, assist budgeting and forecasting, analyse profitability and influence decision making through practical recommendations.

Qualifications

• A degree in Commerce, Business, Finance or Accounting
• CA/CPA qualification, or be working towards completion
• Strong analytical capability and commercial curiosity
• Ability to interpret data and translate it into practical recommendations
• Confidence building relationships across a range of stakeholders
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence through insight

Responsibilities

• Building financial models, pricing reviews and business cases
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
• Investigating performance trends and providing meaningful commercial insights
• Analysing costs, profitability and operational performance
• Supporting tender submissions and new business opportunities
• Preparing reports, presentations and decision papers for leadership teams
• Managing customer invoicing and reporting requirements
• Supporting contract administration and customer review processes
• Working closely with stakeholders across finance, operations and leadership

Skills

Analytical ability

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder influence

Communication skills

Education

Commerce/Business/Finance/Accounting degree

CA/CPA qualification

Job description

This listed Australian business has built a strong reputation delivering essential services across within the resources space. With a diverse portfolio, long-term customer partnerships and a healthy pipeline of opportunities, the organisation is entering an exciting phase of growth.

As the business continues to expand, so too does the need for commercially minded people who can help leaders make better decisions, identify opportunities and support future growth.

This opportunity has arisen due to an internal promotion, a reflection of the investment the business makes in developing and progressing its people.

About the Role

Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you'll work across multiple business units, partnering with operational and leadership teams to provide the financial and commercial insights that drive performance.

This is not a role where you'll spend your time focused solely on month‑end reporting. Instead, you'll be "riding shotgun" for the Commercial Manager and getting involved in pricing decisions, tender submissions, business cases, commercial analysis and strategic projects, giving you exposure to how the business operates and grows.

• Building financial models, pricing reviews and business cases
• Supporting budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
• Investigating performance trends and providing meaningful commercial insights
• Analysing costs, profitability and operational performance
• Supporting tender submissions and new business opportunities
• Preparing reports, presentations and decision papers for leadership teams
• Managing customer invoicing and reporting requirements
• Supporting contract administration and customer review processes
• Working closely with stakeholders across finance, operations and leadership

The role is based in Fortitude Valley, with occasional travel to operational sites.

About You

You might already be working as a Commercial Analyst, Management Accountant or Finance Business Partner and be looking for a role with greater variety and influence.

Equally, you may be coming from a traditional accounting background and looking for that first genuine move into a commercial role. Perhaps you're tired of producing reports after decisions have already been made and want a seat at the table where those decisions happen.

• A degree in Commerce, Business, Finance or Accounting
• CA/CPA qualification, or be working towards completion
• Strong analytical capability and commercial curiosity
• The ability to interpret data and translate it into practical recommendations
• Confidence building relationships across a range of stakeholders
• Strong communication skills and the ability to influence through insight
• A proactive, self-driven approach and willingness to get involved

Most importantly, you'll be naturally curious, commercially minded and motivated to understand how the business works beyond the numbers, with the ability to use these skills to influence decision making.

What's on Offer?

• A broad role spanning finance, operations and commercial decision‑making
• Direct exposure to senior leaders and key business stakeholders
• Involvement in tenders, pricing, contracts and growth initiatives
• A mentor in an experienced Commercial Manager who will provide guidance while also giving you room to take ownership
• The opportunity to develop skills well beyond traditional accounting
• Genuine career progression opportunities as the business continues to grow
• A role that can evolve based on your strengths, interests and ambition
• A collaborative and down‑to‑earth culture where good ideas are valued

This is the sort of role that can accelerate a career. Whether you're an experienced commercial professional or an accountant looking to move closer to the operational side of a business, you'll be given the support, exposure and autonomy to make a genuine impact.