Finance Analyst

DuluxGroup Ltd.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Flexible work options

Job summary

Lincoln Sentry, part of DuluxGroup, is seeking an early-career finance professional to broaden experience beyond traditional accounting, with exposure to forecasting, budgeting, commercial analysis and business partnering. Based across Clayton and Bayswater, the role develops FP&A and commercial finance capabilities.

You will handle month-end accounting, reconciliations and reporting, with a clear pathway into broader FP&A responsibilities, supported by automation and data initiatives.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics or Business.
• Approx. three years' experience in accounting, audit or finance.
• CPA or CA qualification or working towards it.
• Strong accounting fundamentals, analytics and attention to detail.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Collaborative, curious and process-improvement mindset.
• Confident communication and prioritisation skills.
• Big Four audit experience highly regarded.
• Experience with SAP, TM1, OneStream or BW is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver month-end accounting, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost centre management and planning.
• Prepare variance analysis and commentary for decisions.
• Partner with branch, sales, customer service and cost centre stakeholders.
• Assist with audit, tax, capex tracking and investment proposals.
• Improve reporting and finance processes through automation and data.

Skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Process improvement mindset

Education

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

CPA or CA qualification or in progress

Tools

SAP

TM1

OneStream

BW

Job description

Job Description

Proudly part of the DuluxGroup, Lincoln Sentry is a market leading supplier of specialty hardware and components for the building, renovation, and manufacturing industries. With a national footprint and a diverse product portfolio - from cabinetry and furniture fittings to glazing and architectural hardware - we’re the trusted partner for trades and businesses across residential and commercial projects.

Joining Lincoln Sentry means being part of a team that values collaboration, customer focus, and continuous improvement. Our people enjoy industry-leading development programs, wellbeing initiatives, and benefits designed to support both career and lifestyle. If you’re passionate about shaping spaces and want to work with a company that empowers you to make an impact, Lincoln Sentry is the place to build your future.

What You’ll Be Doing

Are you an early-career finance professional ready to broaden your experience beyond traditional accounting? This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your technical foundations while gaining exposure to forecasting, budgeting, commercial analysis and business partnering.

Joining our high performing and happy finance team at Lincoln Sentry, you will initially focus on month-end accounting, reconciliations and reporting, with a clear pathway into broader FP&A and commercial finance responsibilities. The role is based across our Clayton and Bayswater offices.

• Deliver accurate month-end accounting, balance sheet reconciliations and financial reporting
• Support budgeting, forecasting, cost centre management and longer-term planning
• Prepare insightful variance analysis and commentary to support decision-making
• Partner with branch, sales, customer service and cost centre stakeholders
• Assist with audit, tax, capex tracking and investment proposals
• Improve reporting and finance processes through automation and smarter use of systems and data

Our Benefits

• Up to $1,000 net annually to cover private health extras gap costs
• Exclusive discounts on DuluxGroup products and partner offers
• Stay active anytime, anywhere through our partnership with Fitness Passport
• 20 weeks paid parental leave (primary carers) and 2 weeks partner leave from day one
• Market leading learning, development and career pathways
• Access to our Wellbeing Hub and full EAP support
• Recognition programs that celebrate your impact

What We’re Looking for

• A degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, Economics or Business
• Approximately three years’ experience in accounting, audit or finance
• CPA or CA qualification, or currently working towards it
• Strong accounting fundamentals, analytical capability and attention to detail
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills
• A collaborative, curious and process-improvement mindset
• Confident communication skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Big Four audit experience will be highly regarded
• Experience with SAP, TM1, OneStream or BW would be advantageous

Why Join Us?

Progressing your career with the DuluxGroup means being part of a network of over 8000 employees globally who believe in our purpose to ‘Imagine a Better Place’.

With origins dating back to 1918, we are a leading marketer and manufacturer of iconic brands such as Dulux, Selleys, Cabots, Yates and B&D to name a few.

By joining us, you will be a part of a long term strategy to deliver profitable growth through brand leadership, innovation and customer intimacy. We are committed to internal mobility and growth while fostering an inclusive culture with flexible work options.