Senior Commercial Finance Analyst

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia David Jones Full time

Play an integral role in our Commercial Finance Team and partner with a specific function with David Jones to drive meaningful and profitable outcomes.

David Jones exists to inspire like no other and as we continue to deliver on our ambitious transformation agenda in line with our Vision 2025+ strategy, we are committed to creating inspired careers so our people can Thrive.

Due to a recent change in our organisation structure within Commercial Finance, we are seeking Senior Commercial Analysts for both ongoing and fixed-term roles, within four key business units at David Jones:

  • Insights & Business Performance
  • Business Initiatives
  • Marketing (fixed-term contract role for up to 9-months)
  • Merchandise

In addition to BAU activities, the Senior Financial Analyst will provide insights and strategic support to the respective business unit. They will be responsible for supporting these functions by collecting data to provide commentary and analysis of budgeting and forecasting, and in providing strategic insight on their performance and in identifying key value drivers.

These opportunities will suit data-obsessed and curious financial professionals, with strong analytical capability, high resilience and a strong commercial outlook, and for those who thrive working in a fast-paced environment.

What does the role involve?

  • Support the Commercial Finance Manager by enhancing the cyclical rhythm of monthly forecasting and annual budgets for each business unit. This will include GL analysis, reconciliations and reporting
  • Analyse and assess capital expenditure for each cost centre including PIR (Post Implementation Reviews)
  • Work closely with the respective business unit on business case modelling for several strategic projects
  • Performance analysis regarding Sales, Margins, and Expenses in relation to Return on Investment
  • Provide strategic advice to key business stakeholders through analysis and reporting insights on recommended actions

Who are we looking for?

The successful candidate who'll THRIVE in the role will possess the following skills and experience:

  • Experience working in a similar role, experience working in areas of Retail, Marketing or Supply Chain advantageous
  • Ability to take a commercial mindset when approaching problems
  • Strong Financial modelling capabilities
  • High-level of interpersonal skills to build strong relationships with stakeholders, with proven experience in business partnering
  • Strong communication skills with the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders
  • Detail-orientated with the ability to drive efficiencies through day-to-day transactional processes
  • Ability to prioritise and meet conflicting deadlines
  • Qualified or part-qualified CPA or CA

Why work for us?

  • Unique opportunity to be part of a highly engaged, successful team, focused on the transformation of an iconic Australian brand
  • A competitive remuneration package including performance-based incentives
  • Hybrid working arrangements in office and from home that provide appropriate work/life balance
  • Parental leave policy of 18-weeks paid leave for the primary carer, and 3-weeks paid leave for the supporting partner
  • Generous employee discounts across David Jones and access to partner benefits
  • An additional day of leave for your birthday along with time to support charitable work
  • Opportunities to support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility program
  • Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices, driving change in the retail landscape
  • Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions

About Us

Since 1838, David Jones' limitless quest for innovation and progress established the brand as Australia's original influencer in fashion and lifestyle. Having revolutionised the way Australians shop, David Jones' creation of a social centre inspired and created lasting memories for past, present and future generations. Today, our vision to inspire Like No Other drives us to continue this legacy in our ambitious purpose to be the destination that inspires, with experiences and services Like No Other.

Our Thriving cultural pillars inspire our people to deliver on our vision and purpose. We are Customer Obsessed; curious to understand and dedicated to delighting them with seamless solutions as one team. We care for our people, customers, partners and community by creating Inclusive environments through belonging and respect. We Empower with implied trust to act with integrity, value our unique skills and be accountable for our decisions. We constantly seek Innovative ways of improving, changing and exploring ways that we can inspire.

David Jones is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application to assist you through the recruitment process.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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