Financial Analyst

Royal Automobile Club of Queensland; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Royal Automobile Club of Queensland seeks a Financial Analyst within its Technology division to deliver financial insights, budgeting and forecasting that support strategic decision-making and responsible investment. You will partner with Technology and Finance leaders to optimise expenditure and ensure value for members and the organisation.

Join RACQ to contribute to governance, reporting and performance insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams in a dynamic technology

Qualifications

• Experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting in corporate/tech environments.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data, identify trends and provide recommendations.
• Experience preparing financial reports, variance analysis, forecasts and dashboards.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and ability to communicate financial information to non-financial audiences.
• Attention to detail, organisational skills and ability to manage multiple reporting cycles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain financial reports, dashboards and management information for operational/strategic decision-making.
• Monitor technology expenditure, budgets and forecasts, identify variances, risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Technology leaders on budget planning, forecasting and financial management.
• Provide financial analysis and insights to support business cases, investments and cost optimisation.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end processes including accruals, journals and reporting.
• Track and report on technology investments, commitments and benefits realisation.
• Contribute to financial governance, ensuring compliance with policies and controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting and budgeting processes.

Skills

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Forecasting

Management reporting

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Finance or Accounting degree

Job description

Job Description

Description

Financial Analyst (Job Number: 260000Z3)

At RACQ, our purpose is to make a positive difference in the lives of Queenslanders. As a Financial Analyst within our Technology division, you will play a critical role in providing the financial insights, analysis and reporting that support informed decision-making and responsible investment. By partnering with leaders across Technology and Finance, you'll help drive financial transparency, optimise expenditure, and ensure technology investments deliver value for our members, people and business.

At RACQ, we're good people doing good things, making a positive impact every day, with opportunities to learn, grow, and be more.

About the role

As a Financial Analyst, you will provide financial analysis, reporting and commercial support to the Technology function, enabling effective budget management, forecasting and performance monitoring. Working closely with stakeholders across Technology, Finance and Procurement, you'll deliver insights that support strategic planning and operational excellence.

• Prepare and maintain financial reports, dashboards and management information to support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Monitor technology expenditure, budgets and forecasts, identifying trends, variances, risks and opportunities.
• Partner with Technology leaders to support budget planning, forecasting and financial management activities.
• Deliver financial analysis and insights to support business cases, investment decisions and cost optimisation initiatives.
• Support month-end, quarter-end and year-end financial processes, including accruals, journals and reporting activities.
• Track and report on technology investments, commitments and benefits realisation outcomes.
• Contribute to financial governance activities, ensuring compliance with organisational policies and financial controls.
• Identify opportunities to improve financial reporting, budgeting processes and the overall maturity of financial management practices

About you

• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting and management reporting within a corporate or technology environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret financial data, identify trends and provide meaningful recommendations.
• Experience preparing financial reports, variance analysis, forecasts and performance dashboards.
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to communicate financial information clearly to non-financial audiences.
• High attention to detail, strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and reporting cycles.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Business, Information Technology or a related discipline. Professional qualifications such as CPA or CA will be highly regarded.

Why join RACQ?

RACQ is here to drive a better future for all Queenslanders. With more than 1.7 million members, we're built on helping people when they need it most. Join our team and play a part in supporting our members to move and live safely, securely and sustainably. We're evolving with smarter, more sustainable solutions that make a real difference across Queensland. And while our reach is big, we stay small enough to support your career with care. At RACQ, you'll find a flexible, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, supported and empowered to thrive. Learn more about our culture and our commitment to diversity and inclusion at About us | RACQ https://www.racq.com.au/about-us

Why you'll love working at RACQ

At RACQ, we support your work, wellbeing and career through benefits that matter.

• Free RACQ roadside assistance from day one
  Enjoy complimentary RACQ Everyday Roadside Assistance, renewed annually.
• Exclusive employee discounts
  Access discounts across RACQ products and partner offers including banking, insurance, solar, vehicle care, retail and travel.
• Wellbeing that goes beyond the basics
  Take advantage of onsite health checks, flu vaccinations, wellbeing rooms, digital wellbeing resources and discounted private health insurance.
• Flexibility that works for real life
  Our weFLEX approach supports balance, performance and collaboration - whether you're working from home, the office, or a mix of both.

Explore all our employee benefits at https://www.racq.com.au/about-us/careers/employee-benefits

Adjustments & Support

We're committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment experience for everyone. If you need any adjustments or support at any stage of the process, please reach out to [e-mail] for a confidential and supportive conversation or visit http://www.racq.com.au/about/careers/our-recruitment-process

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