Finance Analyst

Narooma; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NFP Salary Packaging

Meals and entertainment benefit

Flexible and hybrid WFH arrangements

Fitness Passport

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Training and development opportunities

Social impact and purpose-driven work

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Australia is seeking a Finance Analyst to translate financial data into clear insights and support informed decision-making across the Aged Care portfolio. You will partner with finance and operational stakeholders to drive budgeting, forecasting and financial planning while improving reporting and processes.

You will prepare timely reports, perform scenario analysis, and contribute to audits and governance, helping leaders understand financial performance and drive

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling and analysis.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to interpret financial information, identify trends and communicate findings clearly.
• CPA or CA qualification, or progress towards completion, is desirable.
• Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and reporting tools will also be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Prepare timely financial reports, performance analysis and variance commentary to support operational and strategic decision‑making.
• Support annual budgets, forecasts and long‑term financial plans, including financial modelling and scenario analysis.
• Partner with operational leaders and budget owners to provide financial insights, challenge assumptions and promote accountability.
• Maintain accurate financial records, including balance sheet reconciliations, and support compliance with financial policies and governance requirements.
• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, automate processes and enhance the use of finance systems and analytical tools.
• Contribute to audits, statutory reporting and finance projects that support continuous improvement and organisational effectiveness.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Financial modelling

Excel advanced

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline

CPA or CA qualification, or progress towards completion

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Role

Are you an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who can translate financial data into clear, practical insights? Do you enjoy building strong stakeholder relationships and helping leaders understand financial performance to make informed decisions?

This is your opportunity to join The Salvation Army and contribute to the financial sustainability of our Aged Care portfolio. As a Finance Analyst, you’ll provide meaningful financial analysis, performance reporting and commercial insights to support informed decision-making and strong operational outcomes.

Working closely with finance and operational stakeholders, you’ll support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning while identifying opportunities to improve reporting, processes and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare timely financial reports, performance analysis and variance commentary to support operational and strategic decision‑making
• Support annual budgets, forecasts and long‑term financial plans, including financial modelling and scenario analysis
• Partner with operational leaders and budget owners to provide financial insights, challenge assumptions and promote accountability
• Maintain accurate financial records, including balance sheet reconciliations, and support compliance with financial policies and governance requirements
• Identify opportunities to streamline reporting, automate processes and enhance the use of finance systems and analytical tools
• Contribute to audits, statutory reporting and finance projects that support continuous improvement and organisational effectiveness

About You

• A bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Economics or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modelling and analysis
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and relationship‑building skills
• The ability to interpret financial information, identify trends and communicate findings clearly
• CPA or CA qualification, or progress towards completion, is desirable
• Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence and reporting tools will also be highly regarded

Why Work For Us

• Eligible employees can access NFP Salary Packaging (up to $15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)
• Generous paid Parental Leave for primary (12 weeks) and secondary carers + Purchased Leave Scheme (up to 8 weeks) + Workplace Support Leave (5 days) for volunteering in Salvos initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid WFH arrangements, access to Fitness Passport and Consumer Discounts
• Access to EAP and health & wellness initiatives
• Ongoing training and development opportunities that enhance on the job skills and proficiency
• Rewarding and fulfilling purpose driven careers that have positive and sustainable social impacts

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.