Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance

at  Deakin University

Job no: 564796
Work type: Full-time
Location: Flexible, Geelong - City, Geelong - Waurn Ponds, Melbourne - Burwood

Categories: Finance

• Flexible location + hybrid work arrangements
• Full-time and continuing
• HEW 8 ($114,231 - $130,786) + 17% Superannuation (pro rata, part time)

We are building a new Commercial Finance capability as part of the Finance & Assurance function at Deakin University. This team is pivotal in supporting Deakin’s strategic and commercial investments and project decision making.
The Commercial Finance team will independently assess the financial viability of strategic projects and initiatives and commercial activities and partnerships, identifying financial risks along with risk mitigation strategies and ensure compliance with financial and regulatory requirements.
The team will deliver quality financial modelling with a focus on commercial decision support and investment evaluation to justify potential investment by quantifying benefits and identifying KPI’s, providing impactful analysis and return on investment insights and recommendations.
The Commercial Finance team will act as a trusted adviser for the development and execution of effective and efficient practices in the development of business cases including application of sound commercial principles ensuring alignment with university wide activities.

The Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance is responsible for providing in-depth analysis and insights to support business decisions and enhance commercial performance. The role involves preparing and/or validating complex business cases in connection with major projects and strategic initiatives enabling effective decision-making through implementing structured return on investment frameworks and tools and commercial models.

Reporting to the Associate Director, Commercial Finance, the Senior Analyst, Commercial Finance will:

• Support the development of complex business cases and implementation of commercial strategies by providing impactful analysis and data-driven return on investment insights and recommendations that align with the University’s objectives.
• Support ad-hoc projects, financial modelling and investment / capital allocation decisions as well as commercial arrangements.
• Evaluate the financial viability and performance of new and existing commercial projects, including partnerships, events and service offerings.
• Collect, analyst and interpret data from various sources ensuring integrity and accuracy of financial information.
• Act as a coach and work with team members to provide financial insights and support commercial initiatives.

To be successful, you’ll have:

• A postgraduate degree in a relevant field, such as finance, accounting, or business administration, and CA/CPA qualification in required.
• Postgraduate qualifications and extensive relevant experience
• Strong understanding of project financial management, budgeting, forecasting, and commercial financial analysis.
• Proven experience in managing complex financial projects and providing strategic financial insights.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and drive decision-making.
• Proficiency in financial software, project management tools, and spreadsheets (e.g., Excel).

Here’s how to apply:
Please submit your updated resume and a short cover letter outlining your skills and experience.
Applications close at 11:55 pm on Wednesday 12th February 2025