Senior Financial Analyst

Job title : Senior Financial Analyst
Location : Sydney
Job type : Permanent or Full Time
Salary : Circa $145,000 + Super + Bonus
Contact name : Jack Billingham
Contact email : jbillingham@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : JBL30193
About the role:
 
Our client is seeking a commercially astute and highly confident Senior Financial Analyst to join their high-performing finance team based on Sydney's Lower North Shore.
 
As a trusted Finance Business Partner to Sales and Commercial leaders, you will play a pivotal role in driving revenue performance, margin improvement and disciplined cost management across the division. Operating in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment, you will bring sharp financial insight, strong commercial acumen and the confidence to challenge senior stakeholders. 

This organisation values personality, presence and impact. You will thrive here if you are outgoing, proactive, and comfortable influencing decision-makers while building strong cross-functional relationships. 
 
Key Responsibilities:  
  • Act as a trusted Finance Business Partner to Sales and Divisional Leaders 
  • Deliver detailed commercial analysis and deep dives to support pricing, promotions and investment decisions 
  • Lead financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and P&L management with a focus on revenue, margin and cost control 
  • Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for senior stakeholders 
  • Analyse financial and non-financial impacts of commercial initiatives 
  • Partner closely with Sales, Finance and Operational teams to drive performance outcomes 
  • Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities across the division 
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives and strengthen financial acumen across the business
What We Are Looking For:      

You are a commercially minded finance professional with a strong background in FMCG or large, brand-led organisations. You understand revenue drivers, pricing levers and customer economics — and you enjoy being embedded within the commercial side of the business. 

You bring: 
  • CPA or CA qualification
  • 5+ years’ experience in a commercially focused finance role
  • Proven business partnering experience with the ability to influence at all levels 
  • Strong pricing and margin analysis capability 
  • Advanced Excel and analytical skills with experience working across large data sets 
  • The confidence to challenge assumptions and drive better commercial outcomes 
Most importantly, you are personable, confident and comfortable operating in a high-energy environment. You build trust quickly, communicate clearly and are not afraid to have robust commercial conversations when required. 

How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Jack Billingham on jbillingham@sharpandcarter.com.au, quoting Ref #JBL30193