Commercial Finance Analyst

Job title : Commercial Finance Analyst
Location : Brisbane
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Job reference : 1690668
The role
Reporting to the GM / Head of Commercial Finance,  the role plays a key part in linking finance and operations. 

A well-established and growing national group is seeking a capable and commercially minded finance expert to join their Queensland sites. This role suits someone with a strong manufacturing / commercial base who is now looking to broaden their impact to work closely with operations, supply chain and senior leadership to improve performance and decision-making.
This role will combine month-end responsibilities with project work, reporting, and business partnering across inventory, procurement, and sales functions. The scope is broad and offers visibility across the business - key responsibilities will include:
  • Prepare monthly management reports and variance analysis
  • Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning processes
  • Partner with manufacturing and commercial teams to deliver insights that improve operational efficiency and revenue growth.
  • Work collaboratively with the accounting and FP&A teams to deliver timely, accurate and insightful financial reports and analysis.
  • Lead cost analysis across production inputs and identify margin improvement opportunities.
  • Support pricing strategies, product profitability analysis, and customer deal evaluations.
  • Partner with key managers on business performance
  • Support system improvements, data integrity, and reporting efficiency
As the successful candidate, you will possess:
  • CA/CPA qualification with proven experience in a commercial or management accounting role
  • Ideally background in product-based environments 
  • Strong Excel and financial systems experience (SAP preferred)
  • Good communication skills and an interest in operational drivers of performance
  • A practical, hands-on approach and willingness to engage across different business units
This is a well-rounded role in a grounded and collaborative team, offering the chance to influence commercial outcomes and develop in a stable, well-regarded business.
Our client is looking at running interviews as soon as possible, so please apply directly, but if you have any queries, please call David McLaren on 0492 458 557.