Senior Finance Analyst

The Salvation Army Australia

Senior Finance Analyst supporting The Salvation Army’s national finance strategy. Delivering data-driven insights, commercial advice, finance projects, and operational improvements.

Posted 9/7/2026full-timeBrisbane • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in finance analysis and delivery, with a strong focus on data-driven decision support and operational improvements. Proficient in stakeholder management and effective communication to align finance functions with strategic objectives.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Tertiary Qualification in CommerceCPA/CA ProgressIntermediate Spreadsheet SkillsStakeholder Management SkillsFinance Project Management

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Hard Skills

Finance AnalysisData-Driven Decision SupportPerformance MeasurementOperational ImprovementCommercial Advice

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationSound Communication Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

CPACA

Industry Keywords

Finance FunctionsNational Finance StrategyBudget ManagementCriminal History Check

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide clear and well-presented data-driven information for effective analysis and delivery of finance outcomes.
Assist in implementing and aligning finance functions and initiatives within the portfolio against the national finance strategy.
Support the Finance Business Partner by providing data and proactive commercial advice to business units and business support groups.
Undertake distinct finance projects as required.
Measure performance against defined standards and monitor results.
Identify and action operational improvements across Finance functions.
Provide decision support from a commercial and risk perspective.
Facilitate effective communication and a finance data-based approach that sustains and continuously improves mission outcomes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Tertiary qualification in a relevant field such as Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics.
CPA/CA (or progress towards) is desirable.
Intermediate spreadsheet skills will be an advantage.
Experience working with management and budget owners.
Sound communication skills.
Stakeholder management skills.
Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid working conditions and ability to work from our office or working from home.
Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging for living expenses ($15,900 tax free for rent, mortgage, school fees etc) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650 tax free).
Purchase leave
Study leave
Paid parental leave
Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits
Novated car leasing
Discounts on car hire and purchase
Salvos Wellness app and program, including access to Fitness Passport
Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service
Career development opportunities
Inclusive work culture