Business Analyst

- Business Analyst opportunity. - Norwest, Sydney - Hybrid work model - Demonstrated experience working on a month end process, budgeting or forecasting. - SAP experience desirable - CA/ CPA/ CIMA qualified/ working towards.

This is an exciting opportunity for you to join a high-impact and visible team as a Business Analyst within Financial Planning & Performance, supporting one of Australia’s most recognised retail brands.

What you'll do:

• Prepare comprehensive weekly, monthly, and quarterly financial reports with a focus on analysing business performance across multiple dimensions.
• Support the development and execution of the annual strategic financial plan by providing detailed analysis that drives informed decision-making and sustainable growth.
• Assist with capital management forecasting and reporting activities, including supporting the creation and evaluation of robust business cases for investment initiatives.
• Synthesise large volumes of data from various sources into actionable insights that tell compelling stories about business performance and opportunities for improvement.
• Partner closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation to support effective cost centre expenditure management and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.
• Drive process improvements by introducing innovative analytical techniques, enhancing system efficiencies, and streamlining existing workflows within the finance function.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify areas where financial analysis can add value and contribute to broader organisational goals.
• Ensure all financial outputs are simple, structured, accurate, and robust by applying best practices in data modelling and analysis.
• Communicate complex financial information clearly to diverse audiences while managing competing priorities in a fast-evolving environment.

What you bring:

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a financial or commercial role—ideally within a retail environment—demonstrating your ability to navigate complex business landscapes.
• Professional qualifications such as CA, CPA or CIMA (or currently working towards these).
• Proven experience in planning and reporting functions including budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and performance reporting that showcase your attention to detail.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace tools; familiarity with SAP is considered advantageous for integrating data from multiple systems.
• Exceptional data analysis and modelling skills enabling you to interpret large datasets from diverse sources into meaningful insights for decision-makers.
• A methodical approach that ensures all deliverables are simple yet structured, accurate, robust, and tailored for their intended audience.
• Outstanding communication abilities allowing you to convey complex financial concepts clearly across different levels of the organisation while balancing multiple priorities effectively.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.
To apply please click apply or call Doireann Boylan on 02 8289 3204 for a confidential discussion.