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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270

Job description

Business Analyst FP&A | PE Backed SaaS Company

Job title : Management Accounting & BudgetingLocation : Melbourne

  • Partner with finance leaders to drive insights and decision-making
  • Join a rapidly scaling global technology business
  • FP&A and data analytics exposure | CBD based | High work flexibility

The Opportunity

Our client is a private equity-backed global software company on a rapid growth trajectory. Its scalable SaaS platform is trusted by enterprises and governments worldwide, underpinned by deep technical expertise and a values driven culture of integrity, determination, and respect. 
This newly created Business Analyst role sits within the finance function and partners closely with business leaders to translate strategy into actionable initiatives. It is an excellent opportunity for an analytically strong professional who enjoys improving processes, uplifting data quality, and delivering meaningful commercial insights.

The Challenge

Reporting into the FP&A Manager, your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Assisting with the preparation of budgets and rolling forecasts, highlighting risks and opportunities that may impact performance.
  • Producing month-end and weekly operational reporting with clear analysis, commentary, and actionable insights.
  • Facilitating workshops and stakeholder discussions to identify business problems, define objectives, and establish success metrics.
  • Leading and supporting cross-functional projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Defining data structures, mappings, and quality rules to strengthen reporting accuracy and governance.
  • Contributing to analytical models and metrics across areas such as pipeline performance, recurring revenue, churn, and cohort analysis.
  • Supporting the development of reporting frameworks, including collaboration on Power BI models and report specifications.

The Expertise

Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:

  • CA or CPA qualified with at least 3 years of relevant experience in business analysis, finance, or data-focused roles.
  • Demonstrated capability in process analysis, requirements gathering, and stakeholder facilitation.
  • Strong analytical mindset with advanced Excel skills; exposure to Power Query or Power BI is highly regarded.
  • Naturally collaborative with the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Tom Burt for a confidential discussion on 0427465934. Or alternatively please apply per the link.

About ThompsonCook
  
At ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:

  • Chief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax & Audit Leaders
  • Finance Managers & Financial Controller
  • Financial & Management Accountants
  • Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll

We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.

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ThompsonCook - the most respected accounting search firm in Australia.

Melbourne

Level 6, 360 Collins Street, Melbourne 3000

0427 465 934

Sydney

Level 3, 50 Pitt Street, Sydney 2000

0429 927 270