Finance Analyst

The Salvation Army Australia; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Free onsite parking

NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free

Meals and entertainment benefits ($2,

Paid parental leave - 12 weeks

Purchase leave scheme – up to 8 weeks

Volunteer leave – up to 5 days

Salvos Rewards discounts

Novated car leasing discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Salvation Army Australia is seeking a Finance Analyst to join our Melbourne team on a permanent, full-time basis. You will partner with Finance Business Partners and leaders to deliver data-driven insights, budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis that informs decisions and drives outcomes for a purpose-driven charity.

You will transform data into actionable insights, supporting strategic objectives while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships across the portfolio and finance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and postgraduate qualifications in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• CPA/CA (or progress towards) preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting and business performance analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience with financial and reporting systems.
• Excellent communication and strong stakeholder management across teams.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance Business Partner with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting and business planning.
• Develop predictive analytics and provide insights for operational and strategic decisions.
• Identify, analyse 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 financial outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes and governance.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Excel

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce/Accounting/Finance/Economics

Postgraduate qualifications; CPA/CA preferred

Tools

Excel

ERP systems / financial software

Job description

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

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 environment with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home
• Free onsite parking
• An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650)
• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks.
• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.
• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity.
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

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