Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Shape the future of finance at Strait Link.

We're growing, we're evolving — and we're looking for an FP&A leader who wants to do meaningful work, influence real decisions, and elevate the way we understand our business. If you want ownership, impact, and visibility, this role gives you all three.

About the Company:

Strait Link has a proud history as a vital link in the supply chain between Tasmania and the Australian mainland. As an end-to-end logistics provider, everyday our people - on our vessels, at ports, at our depots and warehouses, and in our trucks and offices - play a vital role connecting Tasmanian businesses and communities.

Through daily sea freight services between Port of Melbourne in Victoria and Port of Burnie in Tasmania, our world-class ships connect the Tasmanian economy and communities with customers, suppliers and markets across Australia and, in turn, the world.

About the Role:

As our
Financial Planning & Analysis Manager
, you'll be the strategic finance partner behind how we plan, invest, and perform. You'll take the lead on budgets, forecasts, long-range modelling, and performance insights that directly support operations, commercial teams, and senior leadership.

This is a role for someone who wants to go beyond reporting — someone who wants to
shape the story
behind the numbers and influence business outcomes.

What You'll Drive

• Own and lead annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, and long-term planning
• Deliver clear, insight-rich monthly Board reporting
• Build and enhance financial models that elevate decision-making
• Present performance trends, risks, and opportunities to leadership
• Partner with Commercial to unlock margin, revenue, and cost improvements
• Lead variance analysis during month-end and drive better performance accountability
• Improve reporting tools, dashboards, and financial systems
• Develop analytical tools supporting accrual and performance accuracy
• Provide financial leadership on cross-functional projects
• Conduct ad hoc analysis to support strategic decisions and business cases

This role has both strategic impact and hands-on ownership — the perfect mix for an ambitious FP&A professional.

What You'll Bring

• 7+ years in FP&A, financial analysis, or business partnering
• Strong experience presenting financial insights to senior leaders
• Advanced modelling capability and deep Excel skillset
• Ability to simplify complex analysis and tell a compelling financial story
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, and performance reporting
• Proficiency with ERP and BI tools
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or Business
• CPA/CA highly regarded

Who You Are

You're someone who:

• Thinks commercially and strategically
• Can challenge assumptions and influence outcomes
• Loves improving processes, tools, and financial capability
• Moves fast and thrives in a dynamic environment
• Communicates clearly and builds trust quickly
• Has high standards, high integrity, and a drive for continuous improvement

Why Strait Link?

At Strait Link, you're not a cog in a corporate machine — you're a key voice shaping business performance. You'll work closely with senior leaders, gain exposure across the organisation, and play a critical role in an essential logistics business that supports Tasmania and mainland Australia.

If you want visibility, influence, and the ability to make a measurable impact — this is where you'll thrive.

Ready to drive real financial impact?

Apply now and help build the next chapter of strategic finance at Strait Link.

An inclusive workplace, works for everyone

We celebrate difference. At Strait Link we are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace that gives everyone the chance to contribute to a bigger and brighter future with us. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and invite applications from people of all ages, cultural backgrounds, genders, sexual orientations, people living with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. If you need additional support to be your best self during the application process, please let us know.

We appreciate your understanding that we are not accepting applications or CVs from agencies. For any queries, please email

We have several roles currently advertised, which means our recruitment process may take longer than usual. As such, we thank you for your patience.