Finance Analyst

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities.  We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better.  It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Role

We are seeking a Finance Analyst for a permanent, full-time opportunity to join our Finance team in Melbourne. Working closely with Finance Business Partner and operational leaders, you will provide data-driven insights, predictive analysis, and commercial support to help drive informed decision-making and improve business performance. Your work will contribute to better financial outcomes while supporting The Salvation Army's mission and strategic objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys turning data into meaningful insights and partnering with stakeholders to influence decision-making in a purpose-driven organisation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Finance Business Partner with financial analysis, reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business planning activities
• Develop predictive analytics and provide insights that support operational and strategic decision-making
• Identify, analyse, and explain key drivers of financial performance and value creation
• Monitor business performance against targets and support improvement initiatives
• Provide commercial and financial decision support to business leaders and stakeholders
• Challenge assumptions and identify opportunities to improve financial and operational outcomes
• Ensure compliance with financial policies, processes, and governance requirements
• Build strong relationships across the portfolio and contribute to a collaborative business partnering culture

About You

You are an analytical and commercially minded finance professional who enjoys partnering with stakeholders to solve problems and improve business performance. Your ability to build and maintain strong relationships will be critical as you collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders across the portfolio and broader finance function.

Key Capabilities:

• Bachelor’s degree and post graduate qualifications in a relevant field such as Commerce, Accounting, Finance or Economics.  CPA/CA (or progress towards) is preferred.
• Experience in financial analysis, management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into meaningful insights
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with financial and reporting systems
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to present financial information to non-finance stakeholders
• Strong stakeholder management skills and a collaborative approach to working across teams

Why work for us?

TSA offers an inclusive work culture and strong opportunities for career development. In return we also offer benefits such as:

• Hybrid working environment with 2 days in the office and 3 days working from home

• Free onsite parking

• An attractive salary including NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefits ($2,650)

• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks.

• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme.

• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to 'volunteer' in a TSA program or activity.

• Salvos Rewards - Access to exclusive financial, retail and lifestyle discounts and benefits

• Novated car leasing, discounts on car hire and purchase

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

How to Apply

If you're excited by this unique opportunity, the above sounds like you, and you have a heart for working for an organisation that truly does transform lives, we would love to speak to you. We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values. If you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

Applications will close as soon as a suitable candidate is secured.

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.