Finance Business Analyst

Wesley Mission Queensland Limited; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Free car parking

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Wesley Mission Queensland is seeking a Finance Business Analyst to deliver accurate financial reporting and provide budgeting and forecasting support across the organisation. You will work with the Lead Financial Accountant on month-end/year-end processes, cashflow reporting, and financial modelling to ensure data integrity for informed decision-making.

Required is a Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance, strong analytical skills, and experience with ERP systems and Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline with experience in financial analysis or management reporting.
• Strong analytical and commercial acumen with the ability to interpret financial data.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, financial reporting tools and data analytics platforms.
• Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Support monthly, year-end and management reporting with reconciliations, journals and analysis.
• Prepare and maintain cashflow reporting and forecasts.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis.
• Develop financial models for scenario planning and long-term forecasting.
• Produce insights, dashboards and reporting tools to improve data visibility.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Commercial acumen

Stakeholder engagement

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Power BI

ERP systems

Financial reporting tools

TechnologyOne

Job description

As a Finance Business Analyst, you’ll deliver accurate and insightful financial reporting across the organisation by providing analytical, budgeting and forecasting support. Working closely with the Lead Financial Accountant, this role contributes to month-end and year-end processes, cashflow reporting, financial modelling, and the integrity of financial data to support informed decision-making.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting monthly, year-end and management reporting, including reconciliations, journals and financial analysis.

Preparing and maintaining cashflow reporting, monitoring cash movements and forecasting performance.

Assisting with budgeting, forecasting and variance analysis to support informed decision-making.

Developing and maintaining financial models for scenario planning, cost analysis and long-term forecasting.

Producing financial insights, dashboards and reporting tools to improve data visibility and performance monitoring.

Preparing audit-ready documentation and supporting internal and external audit processes.

Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of financial data across finance systems and reporting platforms.

Build effective stakeholder relationships and contributing to continuous improvement of finance processes and systems.

What We Offer

Salary Packaging: Maximise your take‑home pay by packaging up to $15,900 each year on everyday living expenses and up to $2,650 on meals and entertainment.

Free and Secure Car Parking: WMQ employees can enjoy complimentary access to secure parking, ensuring the safety of their vehicles while at work.

Wellbeing Support: Access to discounts on private health insurance and gym memberships, and free, confidential counselling through our employee assistance program.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline, with experience in financial analysis, accounting support or management reporting.

Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to interpret financial data and provide meaningful insights.

Advanced proficiency in ERP systems, financial reporting tools and data analytics platforms (e.g. Power BI).

Excellent communication, organisation and stakeholder engagement skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

A Valuable Addition, Yet Not a Must-Have!

CPA of CA accreditation, or equivalent Australian recognition.

Experience with TechnologyOne or similar accounting systems.

Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status (or as required by legislation and WMQ policy)

Relevant probity checks required by legislation and WMQ Limited policy.

Current Driver’s Licence and willingness to travel for work

About Wesley Mission Queensland (WMQ)

Wesley Mission Queensland is a leading not-for-profit provider of health and community services. With over a century of service, we support people across all life stages with aged care, disability support, mental health services, and community outreach. Our values, Innovation, Hope, Integrity, Compassion, Justice, Empowerment, and Respect, guide everything we do.

WMQ's vision for reconciliation is for all people to stand unified in an equal and inclusive future. We commit to enhancing opportunities for Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander People and celebrating diversity. As part of our commitment to Reconciliation we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.