Senior Commercial Accountant

About Clayton Utz

As one of Australia's oldest independent law firms, Clayton Utz is at the forefront of the legal industry. From infrastructure and energy to technology, healthcare and financial services, our clients shape the economy – and we help them do it. Join us and you'll be part of a collaborative, down-to-earth culture that backs big ideas, rewards performance and invests in your growth.

About The Role

Our high-performing Commercial Finance team sits at the heart of the firm's business strategy. This collaborative team are trusted advisers to Partners, Practice Group Leaders and Senior Leadership, turning numbers into narratives that drive performance and growth across the business.

As the firm continues to grow, we have a new opportunity for an experienced Commercial Accountant or Finance Business Partner to join the team in Sydney.

Key Responsibilities

• Own the monthly management reporting cycle – deliver clear, insightful P&L and KPI analysis that highlights trends, risks and opportunities.

• Lead end-to-end budgeting and forecasting for multiple business units, challenging assumptions and improving accuracy.

• Translate complex financial data into compelling presentations for Partners and senior leaders; influence decisions on pricing, resourcing and investment.

• Partner with Legal, Consulting and Business Services teams to optimise revenue, margins and working capital.

• Provide robust financial modelling and commentary to support remuneration reviews, promotions and bonus pools.

• Drive continuous-improvement and value-add projects.

What are we looking for?

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 8 years' experience in commercial finance/finance business partnering within a professional services, consulting or Big 4 environment.

• Be CA or CPA qualified and degree educated in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.

• A natural aptitude for business partnering: the ability to influence senior stakeholders, confidence to challenge the status quo and be able to translate data into action.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint / Visio skills and an understanding of BI/reporting tools (ideally Cognos TM1).

• Sharp commercial acumen, meticulous attention to detail and a reputation for delivering on deadlines.

What Can We Offer?

• A seat at the table – genuine influence on firm-wide strategy and performance.

• A supportive, social culture that values diversity, wellbeing and community impact.

• The tools to perform your role to your best ability, with world-class infrastructure and resources including leading AI platform, Harvey.

• A focus on health and wellbeing, with initiatives to support your physical and mental health.

• Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave, with flexibility over two years, plus paid superannuation.

• The option to purchase up to 4 weeks of additional leave annually.

How to Apply?

We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the 'Apply' button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role.

Consultant Contact Details

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Agency submissions

Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.