We are seeking a Corporate Finance Senior Analyst, who will be responsible for providing high-quality analysis and insights, building and reviewing financial models, information gathering and processing, preparing presentations and project support to contribute to the delivery of strategic initiatives. 

To be successful in this role will require the ability to problem solve, to evaluate large amounts of data and information related to market conditions, to summarize strategy and scenarios in a power point or excel worksheets, to develop relationships, and to work collaboratively with stakeholders, both internally and externally.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support and conduct both qualitative and quantitative research;
• Design and build financial models to assist with business valuations, planning and scenario & sensitivities analysis to inform stakeholders of viable solutions and options;
• Establishing benchmarks and measuring projects against these benchmarks;
• In-depth financial due diligence;
• Preparation of reports, including due diligence reports and other internal documentation;
• Support the development of business cases;  
• Manage own time to deliver on and contribute to work priorities that support the delivery of various projects;
• Evaluate whether separate initiatives are aligned with centralised corporate strategy;
• Provide high quality, detailed objective analysis and advice within specified timeframes;
• Develop a knowledge of various workstreams and work flexibly across priorities as required to deliver key outcomes;
• Assist with development of financial forecasts and scenarios for various Viva Energy business units;
• Communicate effectively with key stakeholders to ensure outcomes are achieved through collaboration and are aligned with the business’ expected outcomes. Consult with management and suggest improvements based on analysis performed

Skills

• Excellent written, oral and verbal communication skills
• Strong data analysis skills and financial literacy
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, Power BI
• High degree of computer literacy including proficiency with Microsoft Office programmes
• Strong commercial acumen
• Highly organised
• Effective time management and prioritisation skills.

As a Dispute Resolution Specialist, you will play a central role in how we consider and resolve complaints. You will: 

• Review complaints from consumers and small businesses that have not been resolved directly with the financial firm
• Work with consumers and financial firms to gather information and understand the core issues
• Apply a sound understanding of the AFCA complaint resolution criteria including relevant legal principles, applicable industry codes or guidance, good industry practice and previous AFCA decision to resolve financial complaints fairly and efficiently
• Utilise alternative dispute resolution methods to help parties resolves complaints by negotiation
• Investigate complaints that cannot be resolved by negotiation and produce preliminary assessments and draft decisions in Plain English.

Our Banking and Finance teams deal directly with consumers and financial firms to help resolve and investigate complaints. Dispute Resolution Specialists handle complaints with various issues including: 

• Disputed transactions including scams 
• Responsible lending
• Credit reporting
• Misleading and unconscionable conduct
• Financial hardship
• Credit reporting including default listings and Repayment History Information 
• Charges including interest and fees
• Privacy and confidentiality
• Disclosure and instructions.

Are you at the top of your finance game but seeking a new challenge?
Do you take pride in driving growth and leaving your mark on an organization?
Ready to be part of a high-growth journey with a future-focused company?

The Company

Our client might be an SME but they have big growth plans and are ready for someone to bring their financial expertise to take them to the next level. This company is at the forefront of modern architecture, known for delivering award-winning architectural facades through their unique, 3-dimensional product designs. Since 1997, they have combined manufacturing excellence with creative innovation to build a reputation that sets them apart in the industry, bolstered by patented products that offer a distinctive competitive edge. With a solid turnover of $13M and plans to scale to $50M, they are poised for significant growth, including export opportunities.

Are you a seasoned Financial professional with the drive, experience, and strategic acumen to help steer the business towards its ambitious growth targets?

The Job

• Overseeing all aspects of financial operations, including accounts payable, receivable, invoicing, and credit reporting
• Producing monthly financial reports, lodging BAS, and maintaining compliance
• Leading day-to-day finance department operations and optimizing processes for efficiency
• Assisting with potential mergers and acquisitions
• An understanding of the manufacturing sector would be useful to inform strategic financial decisions
• Demonstrating commercial and financial acumen to influence decision-makers and impact company performance

Who We’re Looking For: 

The ideal candidate is a Finance Manager or Financial Accountant with a minimum of 10 years of experience, whether you have worked in a bigger business or in SMEs you will enjoy the challenge of taking this business to the next level. You are hands-on and thrive in fast-paced environments, skilled at balancing strategic oversight with the practicalities of managing daily financial operations.

Key Attributes:

• Business acumen: Proven ability to influence and challenge senior leaders
• Creativity: Think quickly and innovatively when addressing financial challenges
• Drive: Persistence and determination in chasing opportunities and delivering results
• Efficiency: A systems-driven approach to process improvement
• High energy: Focused, determined, and able to drive performance across the finance function
• Continuous improvement mindset: A thirst for learning and developing new ways to optimize finance operations
• Track record of success: Demonstrated year-on-year performance growth in previous roles

What’s in It for You?

This is a rare opportunity for a senior finance professional who wants to make a lasting impact on a high-growth business. 

They offer an executive-level salary package at $140,000 - $160,000 (doe) and bi-annual profit share, and you’ll have the autonomy to shape the future of the finance department. With a committed, results-driven team behind you and significant growth potential ahead, this is the perfect role for a finance leader who wants to leave a legacy.

If you’re ready to take the reins, drive change, and leave a lasting legacy, this is the perfect opportunity to showcase your expertise.

Submit your cover letter detailing your extensive experience and interest in this high-impact opportunity, and become part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, results, and growth.

Why is this an exciting opportunity:

As the Human Experience (HX) Company, Starcom harnesses the power of media to bridge the tension between what people want and brands need. 

We believe the alchemy of people and technology create experiences that people love, and the actions that brands need. Our people are empowered by technology, and they use it to reinvent, navigating brand offerings in the way they want. They are carving their own desire lines through traditional consumer categories. 

Our people are provided the benefit of:

• An inclusive and engaging workplace where the alchemy of people and technology creates experiences that people love, and actions that brands needs. 

• The opportunity to experience another world, learn new things or do something that excites you outside of media through our annual Human Experience Day. 

• Flexible working – the opportunity to mould the way you want to work to fit your lifestyle. 

• A constantly evolving and personalised Learning and Development programme tailored to the training you need to drive your career development. 

• Local and Global Mobility – transferring to any agency within Publicis Groupe in Australia and internationally. 

• An onboarding program that commences from the point of you accepting our offer and shares everything that you need to know about Starcom and sets you up to achieve success throughout your first 6 months. 

• Progressive parental leave initiatives.  

• Wellbeing initiatives that support your ‘Wholeself’ – mental health initiatives which include a Publicis wide shut down in October each year to mark World Mental Health Day. We also have massages, flu shots, free breakfast and fruit and access to our Employee Assistance Program. 

You will be joining an experienced and well recognised agency with credentials:

• 1x AdNews Media Trading Team

• 1x win & 10+ nominations (e.g., 30 under 30, women in media, next of the best)

• 26x Trade & PR Content

• 2x B&T - Top 10 Recognition (CEO – Rainmaker and COO – Big Spender)

• B&T - Starcom ‘Gold’ for August – Best Performing Agency in Market

• B&T Award Nominations – Best Digital Transformation and Best Audio Campaigns

The transformation you will experience: 

As part of the HX Partnerships team, the Performance Executive delivers best in class implementation of our Precision Media campaigns (across paid search, paid social, and programmatic) within the HX Teams. As a valued member of the team, the Performance Executive is accountable for driving and enhancing our agency culture of Never Standing Still.

Interested? Let's share the perks: 

Be a part of the Publicis Groupe family, recent winner of the Employer of Choice Awards and one of the world’s most progressive and dynamic modern communications businesses. You can learn more about us at www.publicisgroupeanz.com.

Enjoy all the perks that come with our network offering:

• A comprehensive Wholeself program supporting Physical, Mindful and Financial wellbeing.

• A creative, lively and rewarding office environment where people love working with each other, supported by our Publicis Liberté flexibility approach “working your way, with us!”

• Access to our Global AI Platform, Marcel, connecting Publicis Groupe employees with opportunities for career mobility and collaboration across our global network.

• Extensive Learning & Development opportunities, including more than 15,000 learning programs via our online learning platform Marcel Classes.

• A culture of open feedback and support to reach your goals through our Career Conversations program.

• A committed Diversity, Equality and Inclusion strategy driven through our Viva! Women, Égalité, enABLE, EmbRACE and Ecologique committees.

• Leave benefits including Birthday Leave, Flexible Public Holidays, and an additional 5 days of leave (after 2 years of service).

• Work Your World program enabling employees the flexibility to work from anywhere in the world for up to 6 weeks per year.

• Parental leave policy with up to 18 weeks (based on tenure) paid primary carer leave, secondary carer swap and Cub Care leave.

• Access to counsellors, psychologists and professionals through Sonder - an all-in-on digital wellbeing technology platform designed to support psychological, medical & safety needs.

• Proud partners of Diversity Council Australia, Pride in Diversity, Family Friendly Workplaces, Supply Nation and the Australian Disability Network.

You'll be responsible for: 

• Deliver best in class implementation of our Digital Media campaigns within the HX teams.

• Input into planning including provision of relevant data and recommendations around digital activity and tactics.

• Proactively source audience data to inform broader planning collaboration with the wider investment team.

• Assist in the development of insights for reporting, laddering up to the business and human outcomes.

• Assist Digital Managers and Directors across the team to deliver client deliverables.

 What you will bring:

• Minimum 1-2 years experience across paid social, paid search and/or programmatic channels.

• Demonstrable knowledge of social, search, and/or programmatic management tools.

• Proven experience of exceeding campaign objectives.

• Attention to detail that is second to none.

• Able to provide solutions and think outside of the box.

• A collaborative team member who thrives in working with others.

• A true professional with strong time management and experience in juggling multiple priorities.

• Strong organisation experience with a love for being one step ahead.

• Has a curious nature with a willingness for continuous learning and fearless growth.

What you’re looking for:

• A supportive and collaborative culture.

• Clients who are open to be challenged and working progressively.

• Fulfil your career goals in a business large enough to accommodate them - we have one of the best mobility programs GLOBALLY!

If you don’t tick every box in this ad, please don’t rule yourself out. Research suggests that women and other people in underrepresented groups tend to only apply if they meet every requirement. We focus on hiring people who share our values of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, fearlessness, and integrity, rather than ticking boxes – so if this role resonates with you, please apply.

Diversity. Inclusion. Equity. More than just words, these are part of our DNA. At Publicis Groupe we are committed to the inclusion and recognition of all people; regardless of race, age, culture, ability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status and religious affiliation. We believe that to deliver the best solutions to our clients, our people need to reflect the diverse communities in which our clients operate in. We value diversity and the skills, knowledge and experience that difference brings to our culture and solutions. 

Uniqueness is powerful; without it we wouldn’t be where we are today. So be you – we like it that way. 

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for people with disability or those that require additional support throughout the application process.  If you need any assistance or adjustments, please contact us via [email protected] - your personal information will be kept confidential.