Senior Finance Analyst – Renewables

Join the change. Electrify your future

We've been proudly Aussie since 1837, always finding new ways to innovate in energy and essential services. Now, we're moving towards a sustainable future through electrification and investing in renewable energy—and we'd like you to join us. Whether you're on-site, in the office, or somewhere in between, you'll find opportunities to grow your career here. You'll work with a team that's passionate about powering Australian lives, in a culture that values inclusivity, respect, and learning. Help us create a cleaner energy future, and we'll back you every step of the way as you build your career.

Join the change. Electrify your future.

About the role

The Senior Finance Analyst will provide leadership of the Financial Planning and Analysis function for the Renewables business, ensuring the effective operation of all budget, forecast and financial planning processes, as well as

sound financial analysis to support good decision making.

The role analyses operational and financial performance against KPIs, key matters affecting performance, EBIT and all its components, capex

evaluation, resource allocation support, and financial risk and opportunities management. The role will ensure good governance processes are in place for all capital expenditure. This includes capital financial evaluations, implementation of robust capital management processes and proactive and continuous monitoring of capital expenditure against approvals.

What You'll Be Doing

• Planning, Analysis and Management Reporting for Renewables. This includes coordination and preparation of annual budgets, quarterly forecasts, three-year plans, as well as providing financial modelling and analytical support for AGL's evaluation and
  
  execution of investments and divestments.
• Lead the preparation of monthly management reporting, including Operational Expenditure, Capital Expenditure and Cashflow analysis compared to budget/forecasts and prior periods and identifying and reporting the risks and opportunities associated with such forecasts. Promote continuous improvement of the quality and efficiency of the forecasting and management reporting process and outputs.
• Oversee the month-end close process:
• Review journals processed by the team
• Understand status of capex projects and ensure proper recording of actual spend through
• Ensure accruals are accurately captured and supportable
• Work with key stakeholders to ensure understanding of budget/forecast variances
• Utilise the Blackline reconciliation tool to ensure reconciliations are performed to a high level of quality with appropriate support.
• Proactively support the Managers of Hydro, Wind, Storage & Engineering to promote a cost-conscious culture. Drive identified cost reductions across all sites where applicable. Provide good quality reporting which allows Managers to understand, challenge and reduce cost.
• Provide value adding support to identify and mitigate business risks.

What You'll Bring

• 5+ years experience in analytical roles with major capital management program
• Tertiary qualification in business or finance and CA/CPA qualified
• Demonstrated experience in providing financial analysis support to business management
• Demonstrated commercial acumen to understand the dynamics of a complex industry
• Ability to understand, utilise and improve sophisticated accounting and reporting systems
• SAP business planning and consolidation experience desirable
• Previous IT and/or cloud experience (desirable)
• Excellent organisational ability and strong attention to detail

We'd love to see your application submitted by Sunday 30 November

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.

• Access to study assistance, AGL's share purchase plan and insurance deals.

• Benefits may change over time and vary based on location.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit:

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

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Location

Sydney NSW 2000

Job Family Group

Finance and Accounting