6 Financial Analyst jobs in Australia

Description
Amazon is a fast paced, dynamic, high-tech Company based in Seattle, with offices and employees around the globe. Amazon has a history and tradition of leading the world in Web-related technologies and services. The Harris Poll recently found Amazon to be the most trusted company in the United States, with products and services ranked over Apple and Google. One of those products is Amazon Web Services (AWS). Since early 2006, AWS has provided companies of all sizes with an infrastructure platform in the cloud.
AWS has an immediate opening in Sydney, Australia for a Senior Financial Analyst to join our Data Center Finance team in Asia-Pacific. In this role you will work with regional AWS leadership to lead financial controllership of AWS Data Center Community and improve financial performance. On the AWS Finance team, you will be surrounded by people that are exceptionally talented, bright, and driven, and believe that world class support is critical to customer success. To support this quickly growing business, you must be highly analytical and possess a strong passion for analytics and accountability, setting high standards, and razor-sharp accuracy. We take working hard, having fun, and making history seriously and you should too!
The Data Center Finance team is part of the Asia-Pacific Infrastructure team. We provide end-to-end financial support driving AWS to be the low-cost provider in Cloud computing and leader in customer experience. This includes supporting business owners in designing, building, operating and innovating our Cloud data centers. We support operations, business development, and engineering. You should be passionate about producing financial analysis enabling management to make breakthrough decisions, drive cash flow, and ultimately delight our customers.
Key job responsibilities
- Serve as the key business partner working directly AWS senior management and other internal stakeholders to provide financial recommendations.
- Drive cost savings by identifying opportunities and benchmarking across vendors and locales.
- Work across teams on cost savings projects, automation and improvement initiatives with finance, construction, IT and design.
- Conduct regular face to face and virtual meetings in the Asia-Pacific region to support business partners and drive further efficiencies.
- Manage the financial planning and analysis effort and forecast various metrics for financial risks and opportunities.
- Report on the financial performance and lead in the preparation of weekly, monthly and annual financial reviews.
- Develop ad hoc business analysis and present recommendations to AWS senior management.
- Monitoring compliance with controls and systems, and developing new processes and controls to support the fast-growing, global AWS business.
Basic Qualifications
- 4+ years of creating process improvements with automation and analysis experience
- 4+ years of identifying, leading, and executing opportunities to improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes experience
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field, or MBA and 5+ years of finance or a related analytical field experience
- Business partnering experience
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA, or CPA
- 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)
- Experience in identifying, leading, and executing opportunities to improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes
- Able to work well with cross functional teams. Comfortable with ambiguity and demonstrated ability to work independently and self-motivate in a fast paced and rapidly-changing environment
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.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description
Embark on a Thrilling Journey as Amazon's Senior Finance Analyst, Driving Operational Excellence and Strategic Insights!
Are you a financial wizard with a passion for driving operational transformation? Amazon's Fulfillment Network is seeking an experienced Senior Finance Analyst to join our dynamic team in Australia. This role offers a unique opportunity to partner closely with our FC Leaders and Regional/Network leaders, shaping the future of our growing fulfillment network.
As the Senior Finance Analyst, you'll be the crucial link between data and strategy, uncovering hidden insights that will propel our Australian operations to new heights. Your analytical prowess will be put to the test as you delve into a diverse array of data sources, effortlessly manipulating and transforming them into visually compelling reports that inform key stakeholders across Finance, Business, and Operations.
Leveraging your exceptional SQL skills and BI expertise, you'll build interactive dashboards and tailored visualizations that bring complex financial metrics to life. Your ability to educate and empower our teams will be instrumental in driving continuous improvement and optimizing our cost structures for maximum efficiency.
Prepare to embark on a thrilling journey, where no two days are alike. You'll tackle ad-hoc analyses, labor planning, and KPI reporting, all while collaborating with a cross-functional powerhouse of experts from our Australian FC Finance, ACEs, Maintenance, IT, and Operations teams. Your strategic recommendations will be crucial as our leaders navigate the dynamic landscape of our fulfillment network.
This role offers the perfect blend of independence and teamwork, as you'll have the freedom to dive into complex projects while also fostering close relationships with our on-the-ground operations. With a mix of corporate office work and frequent visits to our fulfillment sites, you'll gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of Amazon's logistics ecosystem.
Are you ready to be the catalyst for transformative change? Join our Australian team and be the driving force behind the optimization and strategic growth of our fulfillment network. Unlock your potential and embark on an exhilarating career journey with Amazon!
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Key job responsibilities
As an Amazon Senior Finance Analyst, you will a site controller for Fulfillment Centers, as well as driving network wide initiatives, reporting, and cost analysis. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
Uncovering Insights, Driving Optimization: Delve deep into financial data and operational metrics, meticulously analyzing trends, risks, and opportunities across individual Fulfillment Centers (FCs) and our broader fulfillment network. Your keen analytical abilities will uncover hidden insights that catalyze transformative change.
Mastering Financial Modeling and Forecasting: Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models and forecasts to empower strategic decision-making. From FC budgeting to headcount planning and capital expenditure, your financial expertise will be instrumental in driving data-driven decisions.
Collaborative Financial Reporting and Analysis: Partner closely with FC Controllers and Operations leaders, providing them with insightful financial reports, variance analysis, and strategic recommendations that inform their decision-making.
Shaping Network-Level Strategy: Lend your financial acumen to network-level strategic planning, assessing the financial implications of network design, capacity changes, and other operational initiatives. Your insights will be pivotal as we chart the course for the future of our fulfillment network.
Cross-Functional Collaboration for Innovation: Participate in dynamic, cross-functional teams, evaluating the financial impact of new processes, technologies, or business models for our FC operations. Your ability to bridge the gap between finance and operations will be key to driving innovative solutions.
Continuous Improvement and Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements that enhance our financial reporting, visibility, and decision support capabilities. Your passion for optimization will help us stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving industry.
About the team
Our Team Operates out of Sydney and Melbourne Corporate Office and we travel to the sites we support when required.
Amazon offers employees a competitive remuneration package, including 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, amongst others.
Basic Qualifications
- Experience in identifying, leading, and executing opportunities to improve, automate, standardize or simplify finance or business tools and processes
- 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)
- Experience applying key financial performance indicators (KPIs) to analyses
- Experience working with stakeholders
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in BI, finance, engineering, statistics, computer science, mathematics, finance or equivalent quantitative field
- Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting or related field
- Experience with advanced use of SQL for data mining and business intelligence
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.
IDE statement:
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region you're applying in isn't listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

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**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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**Overview of Citi:**
Citi, the world leading global bank, has approximately 200 million customer accounts and a presence in more than 160 countries and jurisdictions worldwide. Citi provides consumers, corporations, governments and institutions with a broad range of financial products and services, including consumer banking and credit, corporate and investment banking, securities brokerage, transaction services, and wealth management. Citi enables clients to achieve their strategic financial objectives by providing them with cutting-edge ideas, best-in-class products and solutions, and unparalleled access to capital and liquidity.
**Job Description:**
**Team/Function Overview**
The Australia Lead for Financial Reporting is a senior management level position reporting directly to the Global Head of Financial Reporting with a matrix reporting line to local management.
The Financial Reporting team is part of Fund Services Operations.
The team is responsible for the production of financial statements, tax and regulatory reporting and all associated workings for investment and superannuation fund clients domiciled in Australia.
The current headcount is approximately 30 onshore in Australia with an equal number in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia as the offshore partner. The team is predicted to grow in the coming years as we take on new clients and our existing clients expand.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Work with onshore partners and the Global Head of Financial Reporting to determine the optimal operating model including automation and location strategies to enhance scalability and quality of operations
+ Summarize into a strategic vision for the local teams
+ Lead the team through business and operational change including communicating the vision and goals, consistently and frequently, across all locations
+ Cascade annual goals for the team in line with the strategic vision and help them to achieve them
+ Focus on client relationships, supporting the client organisation and other service functions by consistently delivering excellence
+ Engage with industry bodies to enhance Citi's visibility in the local market-place and ensure our services are in line with local best practices
+ Develop relationships with Product and Technology and other colleagues both locally and globally to leverage capabilities of the entire firm
+ Be the primary point of escalation for Financial Reporting in the country
+ Ensure that appropriate training and planning frameworks and procedures are in place to support all teams on-shore and offshore and ensure that the teams remain fully compliant with all Citi Policies
+ Role-model Citi New Way behaviors to ensure that everyone is empowered to contribute at their highest level
+ Monitor service level standards and provide senior management with compliance reporting as well as maintain an environment where processes and controls are monitored, and potential risks are escalated on a timely basis
+ Attend client meetings, including board meetings and ad hoc Requests for Proposals (RFPs) presentations as required
+ Oversee local regulatory, audit and compliance matters and liaise with the Citi Country Officer and other teams as required
+ Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
**Competencies**
+ Ability to contribute to strategic direction of a team which is in a period of strong growth.
+ Demonstrated leadership and project management skills including ability to resolve operational issues
+ Clear and concise written and verbal communication
+ Risk Assessment: Appropriately assess risk when making business decisions, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
**Knowledge/Experience:**
+ 15+ years of relevant experience in funds administration and financial reporting,
+ 10-15+ years of managerial experience with experience of cross-border management and leadership
+ Knowledge of local taxation and regulations including reporting to APRA and ASIC for superannuation clients as well as the broader financial services industry
+ Knowledge of Fund Accounting Platforms including InvestOne and Multi-Fonds and of Reporting Software including Confluence and/or DFIN, would be a benefit
+ Demonstrated experience in operational process management, talent assessment, development and deployment
**Qualifications:**
+ 15+ years of relevant experience
+ Professional Accountancy qualification
+ 8-10+ years of managerial experience
+ Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
+ Master's degree preferred
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**Job Family Group:**
Operations - Transaction Services
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**Job Family:**
Fund Accounting
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**Time Type:**
Full time
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**Most Relevant Skills**
Please see the requirements listed above.
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**Other Relevant Skills**
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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_Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _Accessibility at Citi ( _._
_View Citi's_ _EEO Policy Statement ( _and the_ _Know Your Rights ( _poster._
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

The Fund Accounting Group Manager is a senior management level position responsible for accomplishing results through the management of a team or department. The Tax and Financial Reporting (TXFR) team is part of the Fund Administration Operations team which is part of Issuer & Investor Services. The team is responsible for the production of financial statements, tax and regulatory reporting and all associated workings and management.
**Responsibilities:**
+ Manage tax and financial reporting operations operations at a site or functional level including people managers as well as partner across department and business to develop and enhance cost effective solutions that meet client expectations and needs
+ Assess new business viability against existing business capabilities and make appropriate recommendations
+ Assist and encourage employee career progression through defined career paths, management processes, appropriate training, and Professional Development Plans (PDPs)
+ Evaluate risk and controls, including operational impact of changes in legislation, and ensure compliance to established controls
+ Lead strategic planning process with business units and prioritize business development requirements to completion
+ Monitor Profit and Loss (P&L), expense managements, budget, and planning
+ Monitor, set, and achieve established department goals during day-to-day operations as well as serve as point of escalation for complex issues and manage resolution of issues and new business requests
+ Direct and participate in department and industry initiatives as well as support corporate governance and ethics
+ Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency, as well as effectively supervise the activity of others and create accountability with those who fail to maintain these standards.
**Qualifications:**
+ 10+ years of relevant experience
+ Chartered Accountant / CFA / MBA
+ Experience within financial markets and fund accounting
+ Experience in financial services, client management, project management, strategic management, operational management, and resource and expense management
+ Experience with people management and working with multiple stakeholders
+ Advanced knowledge of accounting concepts, financial services, and global financial markets
+ Ability to manage client relationships
+ Demonstrated talent assessment as well as the ability to manage client relationships
**Education:**
+ Bachelor's degree/University degree or equivalent experience
+ Master's degree preferred
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**Job Family Group:**
Operations - Transaction Services
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**Job Family:**
Fund Accounting
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**Time Type:**
Full time
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**Most Relevant Skills**
Please see the requirements listed above.
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**Other Relevant Skills**
For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.
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_Citi is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law._
_If you are a person with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to use our search tools and/or apply for a career opportunity review_ _Accessibility at Citi ( _._
_View Citi's_ _EEO Policy Statement ( _and the_ _Know Your Rights ( _poster._
Citi is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
Minority/Female/Veteran/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.