Planning & Performance Analyst

PwC New Zealand; Auckland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Planning & Performance Analyst to transform financial data into actionable insights. This role emphasizes collaboration with stakeholders and supports strategic projects while promoting continuous professional development. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes digital upskilling and offers a range of benefits, including wellness contributions and enhanced leave options. If you're ready to leverage your analytical skills in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Cash contribution for home workspace

Annual wellness cash contribution

Life and income protection

Enhanced leave capabilities

Opportunities for community involvement

Digital upskilling resources

Qualifications

• Qualified CA/CPA or studying towards an accounting qualification.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel for financial modeling.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed financial analysis to inform strategic decisions.
• Assist with strategic initiatives and provide analytical support.

Skills

CA / CPA qualification

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Accounting qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Power BI

Job description

Management Level
Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary
Kia Ora,
It’s an incredibly exciting time to join PwC New Zealand. We’re investing in the digital upskilling of all our staff, putting technology at the forefront of our solutions. Put your skills to work in new and unexpected ways, powered by the latest technology.

Ngā Kōrero mo tēnei tūranga / About the role
The Planning & Performance Analyst will play a crucial role in supporting the team by turning financial data into actionable insights that drive business decisions. This role is responsible for:

Data Analysis & Reporting: Conduct detailed financial analysis to uncover key performance drivers and help inform strategic decision making across Business Units.

Financial Modelling and Forecasting: Use modelling techniques and forecasting tools to generate actionable insights. Deliver predictive and prescriptive analytics to support proactive decision-making and strategic planning for Business Units and One Firm use.

Collaboration & Support: Working closely with Business Units and stakeholders to ensure alignment with overall objectives, promoting effective communication and collaboration across teams.

Strategic Projects Support: Assisting with strategic initiatives, providing analytical support that contributes to the success of key projects led by the Planning & Performance Directors.

Continuous Development: Engaging in ongoing professional development to enhance financial analysis and data analytics skills and contribute to the success of the team.

Ngā pūkenga kei a koe / Skills and experience

• Qualified CA / CPA or studying towards an appropriate accounting qualification.
• A high level of skill with a suite of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel to create easy to use financial models and support existing business models.
• Good level of proficiency with Power BI in analysing data and building reports and dashboards, noting that further training will be provided.
• Forward thinking mindset, with resilience and a proactive approach to change and improvement, influencing and managing change along the way.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and engage with key stakeholders.

Ngā āhuatanga hirahira o te mahi ki PwC / Highlights of working at PwC NZ

• Unrivalled level of access to industry expertise, both locally and through our wider global network of member firms, where you’ll be enabled by cutting-edge technology.
• A cash contribution to enable you to set up your home work space. One way we support your flexible working.
• An annual cash contribution to spend on items or activities that support your wellness.
• PwC shows care to employees by providing life and income protection as part of our total remuneration package.
• Enhanced leave capabilities - an opportunity to purchase additional leave and two staff recognition days available each year.
• Opportunities, training resources and in-role time to contribute to solving community and societal issues through the PwC Foundation core programmes aimed at child wellbeing through education (Toitoi and FLiP) and governance roles for not-for-profit organisations (On Board).
• Digital upskilling through our Digital Academy.

Mo te aha tāu e tatari ana? / What are you waiting for?
Hit the Apply Now button! If you still need some convincing and want to learn about how you can grow and shine in your career at PwC, visit https://www.pwc.co.nz/careers.html

Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

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