Finance Analyst, Emd Gas

Agl; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts on energy

Energise rewards program

Parental leave 20 weeks

Recharge leave

Diversity & inclusion

Novated leasing

EV subscriptions

Study assistance

Share purchase plan

Insurance deals

Job summary

AGL is seeking a Finance Analyst in Melbourne to deliver month-end results and support budgeting and forecasting for the Energy Markets & Development (EMD) Gas Portfolio. You will provide in-depth financial analysis and commentary to help drive performance.

You will post journals, prepare reconciliations, perform variance analysis, and produce monthly reporting for stakeholders. Based in Docklands, you’ll contribute to process improvements and assist regulators as needed.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA/ACA qualification required.
• Month-end close experience.
• Experience with large data sets.
• Exposure to trading environments or energy markets desirable.
• ERP SAP experience advantageous.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Ability to connect business drivers to financials.
• Collaborative with internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Post journals and record non-financial data as part of month-end close.
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for key GL accounts.
• Prepare variance analysis and related commentary for actual vs prior period and budget/forecast.
• Provide monthly reporting and analysis to key stakeholders.
• Support in-depth analysis of drivers of EMD financial performance.
• Contribute to process improvements for shorter month-end timetable and data quality.
• Prepare disclosure packs for half-year reporting and respond to auditor queries.
• Prepare variance analysis for Cashflow & Balance Sheet.
• Prepare data for external parties/regulators (e.g. ACCC, ABS, AER, ATO).
• Contribute to EMD reporting and ad-hoc analyses.
• Support EMD Gas team on Frame Gas development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in team meetings and engagement initiatives.

Education

CA/CPA/ACA qualified

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Join the change. Electrify your future!

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we’d like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we’ll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

The Finance Analyst will deliver month end results and commentary, as well as supporting the financial budgeting and forecasting operation for the Energy Markets & Development (EMD) business. This role will contribute to in-depth analysis and interpretation of the financial performance for the Energy Markets & Development - Gas Portfolio.

What you'll be doing

• Post journals and record non-financial data as part of month-end close process
• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations for key GL accounts
• Prepare variance analysis and related commentary for actual result vs prior period and budget, forecast for inclusion in monthly performance reporting
• Provide monthly reporting and analysis of the financial performance to key stakeholders.
• Support in-depth analysis, understanding, interpretation and explanation of major drivers of the EMD financial performance
• Take initiatives to improve / streamline existing processes to achieve a shorter month-end timetable or better data quality
• Prepare disclosure packs for half yearly external reporting
• Respond to external auditor queries at half year and year-end
• Prepare variance analysis and related commentary for Cashflow & Balance Sheet
• Prepare data for adhoc external parties and regulators (e.g. ACCC, ABS, AER, ATO)
• Provide inputs to EMD reporting and other ad-hoc analysis as required by the business and Finance management
• Contribute to the achievement of the EMD financial objectives and targets by contributing effective and value-add commercial analysis to the team
• Support EMD Gas team on continuous Frame Gas development, including but not limited to results comparison and reconciliations
• Contribute to team meetings and team engagement initiatives
• Contribute to team strategy and deliver on continuous improvement initiatives

What you'll bring

• CA/CPA/ACA qualified
• Experience of month-end close process
• Experience working with large complex data sets
• Exposure to trading environments or energy markets would be highly regarded
• Advanced user of Finance module of ERP (preferably SAP)
• Advanced user of MS office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Ability to pick up new concepts quickly and connect business drivers to financials
• Experience working collaboratively with internal stakeholders outside of direct team

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
• Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.

* Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Docklands VIC 3008

Job Family Group

Finance and Accounting