Financial Analyst

Overview
Join to apply for the Financial Analyst role at Western Power.
Ready to turn numbers into powerful business decisions?
We're looking for a Financial Analyst to join us in a permanent opportunity and become a vital force behind our financial strategy.
You'll dive deep into data, uncover insights, and shape forecasts that steer real commercial impact.
If you're passionate about making financial performance clear, compelling, and commercially smart - this is your moment.
Your Role in Action

Maintain and evolve key financial reports that clearly capture business performance, ensuring accuracy, transparency, and timeliness.
Develop robust long-range forecasts and budgets that influence strategic planning and shape Western Power's financial future.
Collaborate with stakeholders to provide insights and guidance that drive smarter, faster commercial decisions.
Analyse management reports and performance drivers to uncover the "why" behind variances and highlight actionable opportunities.
Deliver comprehensive financial support across departments - from forecasting and budgeting to ad hoc analysis and strategic modelling.
Uphold the integrity and consistency of reporting processes, ensuring strong controls, clean data, and on-time delivery every time.
Leverage detailed reporting frameworks to continuously assess, track, and improve financial performance across the business.
Champion efficiency and accuracy, identifying cost-saving opportunities and automating reporting processes wherever possible.

What Makes You a Great Fit

Experience in commercial finance in a Management Accounting role - you've worked across accounting, reporting, or financial analysis (and know how to deliver value)
Data storyteller - you don't just crunch numbers; you translate them into clear, compelling business insights.
Skilled at simplifying the complex - your written work makes financial concepts easy for everyone to understand.
Analytically sharp - you gather insights from multiple sources and turn them into confident, evidence-based decisions.
A natural relationship builder - you connect with others, earn trust, and collaborate with ease across all levels.
Strong communicator and listener - you know when to speak up, when to listen, and how to make your message land.

What Western Power Offers

Grow with us – we're serious about internal talent; we'll help you shape a clear career path and support your development every step of the way.
In addition to standard leave, enjoy three wellness leave days each year.
The opportunity to purchase up to four weeks of additional leave per year.
Access to salary packaging, social club activities, and discounted health insurance and gym membership.
An award-winning employee recognition and benefits programme.
Be part of a forward-thinking finance team – we're driving innovation, supporting bold change, and helping deliver real impact for the Energy Transition & decarbonisation.

Applications close on 6 September 2025
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We value diversity and inclusivity, encouraging applications from all backgrounds, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and LGBTQIA+ communities.
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Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Analyst

Industries

Facilities Services and Utilities

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