Lead Business Analyst

Join our Finance team at Seven West Media

You may have heard of us, but did you know that Seven West Media (SWM) is not only the top news, sports and entertainment brand in WA, we are also a group of diverse, creative and inclusive individuals who genuinely love what we do. We get to connect with millions of Western Australians every day, and we aim to give our audience, clients and team the best experience possible. We comprise of brands including Channel Seven, The West Australian, The Sunday Times, , PerthNow, 7plus, and   

We are seeking a commercially astute Lead Business Analyst with a strong track record in finance within the Media sector to provide seamless cover for 12-month maternity. This role is critical to ensuring the continued delivery of accurate financial insights and strategic support during a key period for the business.  

As a trusted partner to senior leadership the Lead Business Analyst plays a central role in driving forecasting and commercial performance analysis. With media revenue models often fast moving and complex maintaining stability in this position is essential to informed decision making, financial planning and business continuity during the maternity leave period. You will be trusted to take ownership of critical financial processes, work closely with senior leaders and contribute to a high-profile project. 

About the Role 

• Provide financial analysis support on revenue and cost-out initiatives. 
• Prepare clear and succinct written and verbal reports, business cases, proposals and updates as required by stakeholders. 
• Stakeholder management/business partnering across the company
• Simplifying large amounts of data and/or complex problems and presenting a key points to the business
• Comfortable having a wide remit of tasks and ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Evaluate business initiatives and projects, and challenge the status quo. 
• Interpret and analyse data to make assumptions and provide insights and recommendations relating to performance. 
• Demonstrate attention to detail at all times especially when working under pressure on multiple priorities to deadline.
• Manage a range of business projects and change management within the organisation. 

About you 

• Completed a Commerce or Business degree, with an Accounting or Finance major.
• Strong interpersonal ad communication abilities with confidence in engaging executive level stakeholders. 
• Solid understanding of media revenue models, cost structures and the dynamics of a fast-paced content driven environment. 
• Advanced analytical thinking with proven problem solving and mathematical capabilities. 
• Critical thinking and professional presentation including report design and delivery. 
• Proficient in Excel at an advanced level. 
• Demonstrated experience in a finance-based role within the Media industry is desirable.

About the Benefits 

• Osborne Park location with free staff parking, an onsite café and free onsite gym.  
• A lucrative remuneration package.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Salary sacrifice options and paid parental leave.  
• An employee Perks program, health and wellbeing support program and much more. 

Apply now 

Join us at Seven West Media and be a part of our success story. To apply simply click the 'Apply Now' button and follow the prompts to submit your resume and any supporting documents. Please note, only applicants who have current and valid Australian work rights can apply. 

SWM is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. 

SWM does not accept any unsolicited agency resumes and will not be responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. 

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