Senior Finance Analyst

The Salvation Army; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

NFP salary packaging

Leave entitlements

Wellness programs

Discounts and perks

Job summary

The Salvation Army is seeking a Senior Finance Analyst for a permanent full-time role based in either Spring Hill, Brisbane, or Redfern, Sydney. You will report to the Finance Business Partner and deliver data-driven insights to support finance outcomes and strategy alignment.

Ideal candidates have a tertiary qualification in Commerce/Accounting/Finance/Economics; CPA/CA is desirable, with strong spreadsheet and communication abilities to engage with management and budget owners.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics.
• CPA/CA (or progress towards) is desirable.
• Intermediate spreadsheet skills and solid communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support Finance Business Partner with data and commercial advice.
• Undertake finance projects as required.
• Measure performance against standards and monitor.
• Identify and action operational improvements in Finance.
• Provide decision support from a commercial and risk perspective.
• Communicate to sustain and improve mission outcomes.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Communication

Spreadsheet skills

Education

Commerce/Accounting/Finance/Economics degree

CPA/CA desirable

Job description

Number of Positions Available:

1

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia’s largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a Senior Finance Analyst for a permanent full-time position to join our team in Spring Hill (Brisbane) or Redfern (Sydney).

Reporting to the Finance Business Partner, you will be responsible for providing clear and well-presented data driven information for effective analysis and delivery of finance outcomes. You also assist in the implementation and alignment of finance functions and initiatives within the portfolio against the national finance strategy.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Support the Finance Business Partner in providing data and proactive commercial advice to business units and business support groups.
• Undertake distinct finance projects as required.
• Measure performance against defined standards and monitor.
• Identify and action operational improvements across Finance functions.
• Work closely with the Business Partner to provide decision support from a commercial and risk perspective within an appropriate time frame.
• Facilitate effective communication so that a Finance data-based approach is developed that sustains and continuously improves mission outcomes.

ABOUT YOU

Your stakeholder management skills would play an imperative role as you would be collaborating with various stakeholders across the portfolio and within finance function.

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics. CPA/CA (or progress towards) is desirable.
• Intermediate spreadsheet skills will be an advantage.
• Experience in working with management and budget owners engaging sound communication skills.

WHY WORK FOR US?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as:

• Hybrid working conditions and ability to work from our office or working from home.
• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free).
• Purchase leave, study leave, Paid parental leave
• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase
• Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value people of all cultures, languages, capacities, sexual orientations, gender identities and/or expressions. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration