Payroll & People Finance Analyst

Hunter Douglas, Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Performance incentives

Employee benefits

Job summary

Suncorp is seeking an Assistant Finance Analyst to join the CFO Insurance – Finance & Advice team in Sydney on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role offers hybrid working and a pathway to develop skills across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and month-end processes alongside experienced professionals.

Ideal candidates have a relevant degree and up to 2 years’ experience, with strong numerical acumen, attention to detail and advanced Excel.

Qualifications

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance or Business or related discipline.
• Up to 2 years’ experience in accounting, finance, business analysis or analytical roles.
• Advanced Excel and confidence with financial systems and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Support month-end finance activities, ensuring timely delivery of financial results.
• Prepare and process journals, reconciliations and variance investigations.
• Assist with monthly management reporting, Board reporting and external reporting.
• Contribute to forecasting and budgeting through financial analysis and insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reporting and controls.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel proficiency

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance/Business

Tools

Oracle

TM1/Cognos

Power BI

Job description

Assistant Finance Analyst – Suncorp

Location: Sydney (Hybrid working available)

Position: Full-Time (12 Months Contract)

Team: CFO Insurance – Finance & Advice

Salary: PB3 Band

Kick‑start your finance career with Suncorp

Are you a recent Accounting, Finance or Business graduate looking to build your career in a leading financial services organisation? Suncorp is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Assistant Finance Analyst to join our CFO Insurance Finance team.

This role is ideal for recent graduates or early‑career finance professionals looking to gain hands‑on experience across financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting and month‑end processes while working alongside experienced finance professionals in a supportive and collaborative environment.

What you’ll be doing

• Support month‑end finance activities, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of financial results.
• Prepare and process accounting journals, reconciliations and variance investigations.
• Proactively investigate and resolve data variances and reconciliation issues.
• Assist with monthly management reporting, Board reporting, and Half‑Year and Full‑Year external reporting activities.
• Contribute to forecasting and budgeting activities through financial analysis and insights.
• Identify and implement process improvements to simplify reporting and improve processes, contributing to transformation and continuous improvement activities.
• Partner with stakeholders across Finance & Advice to support performance reporting and business decision‑making.
• Develop an understanding of key business drivers, trends and financial performance outcomes.

What we’re looking for

• Degree qualification in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline.
• Up to 2 years’ experience in accounting, finance, business analysis or analytical roles.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Inquisitive mindset with the ability to identify trends, investigate variances and deliver meaningful insights.
• Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with financial systems and reporting tools.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing competing priorities and delivering accurate work within tight deadlines.
• A continuous improvement focus, with the capability to identify efficiencies and enhance reporting, processes and controls.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Interest in financial services and a desire to build a long‑term career in finance.
• Progress towards, or interest in pursuing, professional qualifications such as CA, CPA or CFA.
• Exposure to financial services, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting or decision support activities.
• Experience with tools such as Oracle, TM1/Cognos or Power BI.
• Knowledge of General Insurance financial reporting and/or IFRS17.

What you’ll enjoy

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.

• 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

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 wherever 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. Suncorp Group employee benefits are designed to support, empower and reward our people. Make working, work for you.

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