5 Business Finance jobs in Australia

Description
Amazon Australia is shaping how customers shop and buy online in Australia. If you're excited about making history, we have a rare opportunity for a Commercial Finance Business Partner to join our team in Sydney, Australia. In this role, you'll partner with our Category teams to deliver on our growth ambitions and raise the bar in e-commerce for Australian customers.
We are not an average retailer and this is definitely not your average finance position. The candidate will play an important role in partnering with Category leaders to define and drive long-term sustainable growth. Being a trusted advisor to the business, they will support decision making, identify risks and opportunities, providing actionable insights, supporting negotiations, and building business cases to assess investments.
The successful candidate can work independently on difficult problems while demonstrating strong business judgment and the capability to influence stakeholders through data-driven insights and recommendations. They are highly analytical and a self-starter who is eager to learn.
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Amazon offers employees a competitive remuneration package and participation in the company stock plan as applicable. We also look after our people with benefits, such as subsidized private health insurance, superannuation and paid parental leave options, and learning opportunity to gain exposure to Machine Learning models, AI tools and global opportunities to develop your career.
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Key job responsibilities
- Partner with Category Leaders, providing data-driven insights and recommendations to optimize commercial decisions across pricing, promotion, and inventory management
- P&L controllership for assigned categories, including approvals and management of vendor rebates, promotions management and inventory purchases
- Preparation of monthly business reviews and quarterly planning cycles, providing clear narratives that highlight key drivers and recommended actions for deviations to plan
- Conduct variance analysis for sales and profit to understand performance drivers
- Lead planning processes (annual budget and forecasting) for assigned categories, partnering with stakeholders to develop sales forecasts, margin plans, and marketing investment strategies
- Develop and maintain models to evaluate new business opportunities, including new category launches, strategic investments, and commercial programs
- Support commercial negotiations through financial analysis and business case development, including scenario planning and ROI assessment for strategic initiatives
- Conduct deep-dive analyses into product selection and sourcing performance, identifying opportunities to improve long-term Free Cash Flow and delivering actionable insights to leadership
- Provide ad-hoc analytical support to commercial teams, balancing multiple stakeholder requests while maintaining focus on key business priorities
- Support continuous improvement projects to streamline and automate reporting and analysis
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, or Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
- 3+ years of tax, finance or a related analytical field experience
- Experience in financial modeling, P&L management or analysis
- 3+ years of creating process improvements with automation and analysis experience
- 3+ years of identifying, leading, and executing opportunities to improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working with large-scale data mining and reporting tools (examples: SQL, MS Access, Essbase, Cognos) and other financial systems (examples: Oracle, SAP, Lawson, JD Edwards)
- MBA, or CPA
Acknowledgement of country:
In the spirit of reconciliation Amazon acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
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**Date Posted:**

**Country:**
Australia
**Location:**
AUSSA121: Mawson Lakes SA, 1-11 Technology Drive, Mawson Lakes, SA, 5095, Australia
**Position Role Type:**
Unspecified
+ Fast Paced Dynamic Work Environment
+ Career Development Opportunities
+ High calibre team with great benefits and professional development
Raytheon Australia is a trusted capability partner to the Australian Defence Force, providing technology solutions that protect and secure our sovereign projects.
Raytheon Australia is seeking smart and energised professionals with suitable skills that can join our financial planning team. At Raytheon Australia, we draw the brightest minds and give them opportunity, growth and work that excites them while continuously developing an environment for learning to maintain a highly skilled, world-class workforce.
The Financial Planning & Accounting (FP&A) Analyst is responsible for supporting the business through the coordination, preparation, reporting and provision of accurate and concise analysis of the company's budgets and forecasts. The role supports the development of the company's long-range financial plans and annual operations plans, functional overhead budgets (indirect and direct), preparation of the monthly financial reports for each business unit, coordination and explanation of monthly and year to date variances and insightful analysis of drivers of business performance.
You will join a local team and be backed with global expertise as well as a tailored professional development program to ensure you and your work are successful.
**Key Responsibilities:**
+ Produce monthly management reporting for the company (monthly financial reports, monthly operations review packs, Leadership Team finance reports and functional overhead reports).
+ Prepare financial metrics and analysis for management reviews and analysis of financial performance of the company business including forecasting and analysis of full year forecast against the budget and prior forecast.
+ Meet reporting deadlines monthly/quarterly/annually in accordance with the financial calendar.
+ Process enhancements by effectively leveraging the potential of core financial systems.
+ Support the development of the Long-Range Financial Plan and Annual Operating Plan.
+ Prepare ad hoc reports and other analysis as requested.
+ Understanding and knowledge of AUS Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)/Accounting
+ Uses foundational understanding of key financial metrics and financial analyses to actively participate in planning and forecasting.
**Skills, Experience and Qualifications:**
+ Requires a University Degree in Finance, Accounting, or equivalent experience.
+ Minimum of 2 years prior relevant experience required.
+ Requires theoretical to advanced knowledge of Finance or Accounting.
+ Requires practical knowledge of projects, programs, or systems relevant to the business with the ability to make enhancements and leverage knowledge in daily work.
+ Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to facilitate a decision-making process.
+ Desirable - Professional qualifications, e.g. CPA, CA, or equivalent.
+ Desirable - Experience with enterprise planning software such as IBM Cognos TM1 (including TM1 Web).
This is your chance to belong to an inspiring team and build your career at a company that invests in your future.
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**About Us**
IHG Hotels & Resorts is one of the world's leading hotel companies with around 350,000 colleagues working across more than 100 countries. As part of the IHG team, our people help our guests create amazing memories and deliver our purpose of providing True Hospitality for Good.
The InterContinental Hayman Great Barrier Reef will immerse you in the wonders of the Whitsundays, working in a five-star luxury environment which offers amazing career growth opportunities, professional training & development and provides a one-of-a-kind experience living and working in a tropical island paradise.
**About the role**
As the **Director of Finance** and Business Support, you'll direct the hotel's financial operations and ensure the security of the hotel's assets. Reporting on the financial state of the hotel, you'll also make recommendations to improve hotel profitability. You'll be the first point of contact for all hotel financial and accounting related issues with owners, auditors (internal and external) and regulatory agencies and provide timely financial analysis and reporting for effective decision making. In addition, you'll drive superior financial performance of the hotel and provide business support to key stakeholders of the business.
**Position title: Director of Finance Salary range: $170,000 - $180,000 per annum, not inclusive of superannuation** .
**The first three months will be based on Hayman Island and then the role will be based in the Sydney office, located at InterContinental Sydney, Circular Quay. Travelling once every second month or per quarter to the island, as per the business needs.**
**Your day to day**
In this role, you'll take the lead on managing the hotel's financial operations while supporting a high-performing team to deliver service that exceeds expectations. You'll direct daily financial activity, assign work to maintain optimal staffing, and support team development through coaching, goal setting, and targeted training. You'll work closely with HR where necessary and maintain strong connections with owners, asset managers, regulatory agencies, and key stakeholders.
A critical part of your role will be enhancing financial acumen across the business, hosting regular finance meetings and on-the-job training to build capability. Guest experience remains a core focus, as such you will ensure financial processes like payment options and dispute resolutions support a seamless stay. Leveraging financial analysis, market trends, and ROI evaluations, you'll identify opportunities to maximise returns, manage budgets, and implement strategies to improve cost efficiency and profitability.
You'll also oversee compliance with payroll systems and legislative standards to ensure timely and accurate staff payments. With a strong focus on responsible business practices, you'll maintain robust internal controls, ensure audit readiness, manage contracts, and uphold company policies and government regulations. From financial forecasting to capital project analysis, you'll play a vital role in driving the hotel's long-term success and owner satisfaction.
**What we need from you**
The ideal candidate will hold at least a bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting, Finance, or Commerce, and bring a minimum of 4-8 years of experience leading hotel accounting or audits.
Strong leadership is essential, with the ability to guide and inspire teams while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. You'll need excellent communication and analytical skills, enabling you to interpret complex financial data, influence stakeholders, and support strategic decision-making. A collaborative mindset and a proactive approach to driving change will position you for success in this dynamic, fast-paced environment.
**What we offer**
World class Staff Facilities including excellent Subsidised Accommodation with dedicated facilities including a pool, beach area, two gyms, bar, buffet diner, laundry, movie room, corner store and sports fields. An exciting and ever-changing Staff Activities Calendar filled with an abundance of recreational activities such as tennis, yoga, meditation, hikes, markets, crafts and much more. Extensive Career Development opportunities with dedicated onsite trainers and an abundance of professional development including multi-hire programs, skills training, and optional courses. IHG Australia's myBenefits program including paid birthday leave, wellbeing hub, employee room rates, service recognition celebrations & Perkbox platform with an extensive list of lifestyle and retail discounts redeemable across a multitude of businesses across the world.
Please visit InterContinental Hayman Island's Careers Page for further information regarding living and working on Hayman Island including accommodation types, facilities, and FAQ's.
Don't quite meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job? We'll never know unless you hit the 'Apply' button. Start your journey with us today.
At IHG Hotels & Resorts, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We firmly believe that all our colleagues deserve to be treated equally and have the same opportunities to develop and grow their skills within our business and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and colleagues without regard to an individual's, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or familial status, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

QT Perth and Esplanade Hotel Fremantle  by Rydges is part of EVT, and being a part of EVT means believing in changing the game. Why? Because no one wants ordinary. If you're seeking to be part of the kind of wow-factor moments you can help shape, then you've come to the right place. 
 
About EVT:  
As market-leading experience creators, we bring to life some of the best-known brands and properties in entertainment, ventures, and travel. Our portfolio includes over 140 entertainment experiences like Event Cinemas and Moonlight Cinemas, 150 award-winning restaurants and bars, and 80+ hotels, including QT, Rydges, Atura, LyLo, Independent Collection by EVT and Thredbo. Our ventures include a ~$2.3B property portfolio and hotel management, just to name a few.  
 
About QT: 
QT Hotels & Resorts is EVT’s premium lifestyle hotel brand, with locations in Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. Pioneers behind the philosophy of ‘expect the unexpected’, every property delivers an experience that combines local influence with QT’s signature quirk. And our people? With personalities as diverse as each property, individuality is more than encouraged.   
 
About the Role 
We are seeking an on-site Assistant Finance & Business Support Manager, to support the day to day activities of the finance team between QT Perth and Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges . This is a great opportunity for you to properly understand the Hotel business from both a full finance and operational aspect. We believe that the more you understand the business, the better the decisions you will be able to make as a senior member of the team. We are seeking someone who shares a passion for Hotels and aspires to obtain the experience with a view to progress their career later into a Finance & Business Support Manager role.

 Key Responsibilities

•     Manage the Accounts Receivable and Payable function on a day-to-day basis, including supervision of the Accounts Receivable and the Accounts Payable staff
•    Supervise hotel bank reconciliations on a daily basis, ensuring accurate reconciliation of all presented cheques, banking & direct deposits, and coding/posting of miscellaneous debits within the Hotel's bank account
•    Communicate and liase with various departments in the Hotel(s) to ensure accurate and timely reporting of financial information from the properties
•    Manage and/or assist with the regional payroll function on a weekly basis, including;
•    Ensuring appropriate & timely authorization of times entered into the payroll system
•    Analysis and review of the times entered to ensure accuracy and appropriate interpretation by the payroll system of the wages and salaries of each hotel staff member
•    Processing of manual adjustments to weekly payroll as & when required and authorized
•    Maintenance of comprehensive and complete employee files
•    Adhere to all payroll controls, wages and salaries disbursement procedure including compliance with the various award provisions applicable and tax legislation
 
 Skills & Experience

•    Previous Hospitality experience in a similar role
•    Post-secondary degree in accounting. Masters graduates preferred
•    A passion for numbers and reporting
•    Excellent time management and communication skills
•    Experienced in Opera, Sun Accounting, Infor, Power Bi & Emplive

Benefits & Perks   

•    Incredible team member discounts from your first day on-the-job.   
•    50% off stays at EVT hotels – Rydges, QT, Atura, Lylo and more.   
•    $2 movie tickets, plus Moonlight, Gold Class, Candy Bar discounts and more.   
•    Awesome winter and summer savings and discounts at Thredbo.   
•    Rapid career growth opportunities through our EVT network.   
•    Local community involvement, volunteering and charitable giving.    
•    Australia and NZ’s largest and most diverse experiences company 
 
Join QT Perth and Esplanade Hotel Fremantle by Rydges and become an EVT experience creator, opportunity taker, the ultimate Daymaker. Join and make a positive impact on our people, communities, and environment every day.  
 
When you click apply you will be directed through to our Job Ad listed on Dayforce which is the platform in place to track all of our applicants when applying for roles with the EVT group. You will be asked to enter in your information and answer some screening questions when applying.