Finance Analyst

Suncorp; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance incentives

Suncorp shares

Hybrid work

Flexible leave

Parental leave (20w)

Study support

Volunteer leave

Wellbeing support

Employee discounts

Referral bonus

Job summary

Suncorp is seeking a skilled Financial Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting and management reporting for the Home business with a strong claims focus. You will partner with stakeholders, finance teams and offshore partners to translate data into actionable recommendations and drive performance improvements.

The role offers exposure to senior stakeholders, opportunities to develop technical and stakeholder skills, and a collaborative team culture with clear career progression.

Qualifications

• Three years+ experience in financial services or similar environment.
• •Experience with month-end processes, journals and financial controls.
• Strong analytical skills in budgeting, forecasting and reporting.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear insights for stakeholders.
• Development of stakeholder relationships and communication with senior leaders.
• Proficient in Excel and data tools; familiarity with TM1/Oracle/Cognos.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process month-end journals and support close activities.
• Deliver management reporting, budgeting and forecasting across the business.
• Analyze large data sets and translate findings into actionable insights.
• Partner with stakeholders to define financial requirements and reports.
• Build and enhance reporting using Power Query; improve clarity and automation.
• Identify process improvements to simplify reporting and controls.
• Collaborate across teams and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Excel

Power Query

DAX

PowerPoint

TM1

Oracle

Cognos

Stakeholder management

Budgeting & Forecasting

Management reporting

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

Tools

TM1

Oracle

Cognos

Job description

• Influence business outcomes through meaningful financial analysis and commercial insights
• Opportunities to develop both technical and stakeholder management skills
• Join a highly collaborative team with strong support and clear career opportunities

About the Role

Great opportunity within a leading Trans-Tasman Insurer to support the financial and operational performance of the Home business, with a strong focus on claims. You will partner with business stakeholders, finance teams and offshore partners to deliver budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and performance insights. Working within a collaborative team, you will analyse expense and workforce results, identify business drivers and translate data into clear recommendations.

This role offers exposure to senior stakeholders, meaningful analytical work and opportunities to build your capability for future career progression.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and process month-end journals and support financial close activities, ensuring accuracy, compliance and timely delivery of financial information.
• Deliver accurate management reporting including month-end and year-end, budgeting and forecasting across the business
• Working across large data sets, turning complex information into practical insights
• Partner with stakeholders to understand their financial and analytical requirements
• Build and enhance reporting using Power Query, focusing on clarity, automation, and usability
• Identify and implement process improvements to simplify reporting and improve processes, contributing to transformation and continuous improvement activities
• Collaborate effectively across various functional teams and mentoring juniors within the team

What You'll Bring

• At least three years' experience in financial services, a large complex organisation, or a professional services/accounting environment, with exposure to month-end processes, journals and financial controls.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in budgeting, forecasting, management reporting and financial performance analysis.
• Ability to translate complex financial data into clear, actionable insights and reporting that support informed business decision-making and business performance.
• Ability to develop effective stakeholder relationships and communicate financial information clearly with experience working with senior leaders
• Advanced Microsoft Excel & data skills (power query and DAX desired), with experience using PowerPoint, Word and financial systems such as TM1, Oracle or Cognos
• A relevant qualification in accounting, business or finance with a commitment to continuous learning and development
• A proactive, adaptable and collaborative approach, supported by strong attention to detail and clear communication skills
• A continuous improvement focus, with the capability to identify efficiencies and enhance reporting, processes and controls.

What You'll Enjoy

• Opportunity to receive performance-based Incentives and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
• Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave, and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
• Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
• Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
• Discounts at 900+ retailers, Fitness Passport, and reduced super fees
• Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
• Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families
• Access our award-winning Shine platform - your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact ***************@suncorp.com.au for a confidential conversation.