Financial Planning & Analytics Manager

The Birdanco Practice Trust; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

RSM Australia is seeking a senior Financial Planning & Analytics leader to establish and drive a dedicated FP&A function. You will manage a team of accountants and data analytics staff, reporting to the Financial Controller and partnering with senior stakeholders across the business.

You will lead the development of financial models, budgets, forecasts and management reports under Australian GAAP, while mentoring staff and shaping robust business processes.

Qualifications

• Essential CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent).
• Essential 3+ years senior management accounting / FP&A experience.
• Proven experience with leading teams and business partnering.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare management reports in accordance Australian GAAP for Professional Service Firms.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, identify risks and cash flow sensitivities;
• Design, develop and analyse financial models and reports;
• Preparation of budgets and forecasts;
• Identify, research and resolve complex accounting issues;
• Analyse management accounting reports and provide insight and advice to key stakeholders;
• Advise key stakeholders on practical and commercial issues and develop solutions which genuinely add value to the business;
• Develop strong relationships across the business;
• Management, development and mentoring of staff.
• Review and improve business processes;
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with firm policies and procedures including processing of journal entries;
• Share knowledge and best practice to actively increase the overall knowledge of the team;
• Assist with the annual partner profit assessment and oversee the maintenance of supporting financial models and records;
• Assist with other Group Finance activities as and when required.

Skills

Management accounting

FP&A

Team leadership

Business partnering

Problem solving

Advanced Excel

Attention to detail

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Autonomous work

Education

CA/CPA Qualified

Tools

Excel

Workday

Adaptive Planning

Job description

OUR VALUE PROPOSITION

At RSM, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change for both our clients and our people.

RSM Australia supports a people-centric and collaborative culture where we are committed to empowering and developing you. As a leading professional services firm, we connect you to an extensive network of global resources and invest in your future. We value the meaningful work that you do and encourage you to be a part of the change.

Our value proposition is our commitment to you; it highlights the experiences, benefits, and value that you can expect as part of RSM. This is underpinned by our three values - integrity in everything that we do, supporting clients everywhere, and developing and valuing everyone.

Who we are:

RSM Australia is a member of RSM, the world's 6th largest network of audit, tax and consulting firms. We are an award-winning professional services firm with over 100 years experience supporting Australian businesses. We believe in putting people first and we are proud to have developed a work culture that fosters growth, collaboration and success.

About the role:

An exciting opportunity to establish a Financial Planning and Analytics function, leading a team of accountants and data analytics staff. This position reports to the Financial Controller and will work closely with the Director of Group Finance and senior stakeholders within the business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare management reports in accordance Australian GAAP for Professional Service Firms.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts, identify risks and cash flow sensitivities;
• Design, develop and analyse financial models and reports;
• Preparation of budgets and forecasts;
• Identify, research and resolve complex accounting issues;
• Analyse management accounting reports and provide insight and advice to key stakeholders;
• Advise key stakeholders on practical and commercial issues and develop solutions which genuinely add value to the business;
• Develop strong relationships across the business;
• Management, development and mentoring of staff.
• Review and improve business processes;
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with firm policies and procedures including processing of journal entries;
• Share knowledge and best practice to actively increase the overall knowledge of the team;
• Assist with the annual partner profit assessment and oversee the maintenance of supporting financial models and records.
• Assist with other Group Finance activities as and when required.

About you:

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Essential CA / CPA Qualified (or equivalent)

DEMONSTRATED EXPERIENCE & ATTRIBUTES:

• Essential 3+ years senior management accounting / FP&A experience
• Proven experience with
• Leading teams
• Business partnering
• Problem solving and analytical skills
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with Workday / Adaptive Planning
• Experience working in an accounting / professional services firm

Life at RSM:

RSM provides a great environment to build skills and confidence and we help our people achieve their best. We are trusted advisors to our clients, so it is critical for us to find the right people for the job on offer. Our network of offices across Australia and around the world allow us to offer a personal service to all our clients regardless of where they are!

Working for RSM entitles everyone to a wide range of leading health, wellness financial and lifestyle benefits.