Finance Analyst

The Salvation Army Australia; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

NFP salary packaging

Salvos Rewards

Novated car leasing

Wellness app & EAP

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a Finance Analyst to join our Melbourne Finance team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will deliver data-driven insights, predictive analytics and commercial support to aid decision-making and drive financial performance in a purpose-driven organisation.

As a partner to operational leaders, you will translate complex data into actionable recommendations while upholding governance and financial policies across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting with postgraduate qualifications preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting and forecasting within a finance function.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance Business Partner with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and planning.
• Develop predictive analytics and provide insights for operational and strategic decisions.
• Identify and explain drivers of financial performance and value creation.
• Monitor performance against targets and support improvement initiatives.
• Provide commercial and financial decision support to leaders and stakeholders.
• Challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies and governance requirements.
• Build relationships across the portfolio to foster a collaborative partnering culture.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Advanced Excel

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

Postgraduate qualification (CPA/CA) or progression toward

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking a Finance Analyst for a permanent, full-time opportunity to join our Finance team in Melbourne. Working closely with Finance Business Partner and operational leaders, you will provide data-driven insights, predictive analysis, and commercial support to help drive informed decision‑making and improve business performance. Your work will contribute to better financial outcomes while supporting The Salvation Army's mission and strategic objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys turning data into meaningful insights and partnering with stakeholders to influence decision-making in a purpose-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Support Finance Business Partner with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
• Develop predictive analytics and provide insights that support operational and strategic decision-making
• Identify, analyse, and explain key drivers of financial performance and value creation
• Monitor business performance against targets and support improvement initiatives
• Provide commercial and financial decision support to business leaders and stakeholders
• Challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve financial and operational outcomes
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes, and governance requirements
• Build strong relationships across the portfolio and contribute to a collaborative business partnering culture

About You

You are an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders to solve problems and improve business performance. Your ability to build and maintain strong relationships will be critical as you collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders across the portfolio and broader finance function.

Key Capabilities:

• Bachelor's degree and post graduate qualifications in a relevant field such as Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics. CPA/CA (or progress towards) is preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial and reporting systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams

Why work for us?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as:

• Hybrid working conditions and ability to work from our office or working from home.
• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free).
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase
• Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

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.

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.