Senior Financial Analyst Projects

We're leading Western Australians to their intelligent energy future.

And we want you to be part of it.

You might know us as Western Australia's largest electricity generator and energy retailer, supporting 1.2 million customers across the state.

But what you might not know, is that we’re investing in renewable energy projects, including wind farms and big batteries, to help build a more sustainable and reliable future.

Our Big Battery is now live in Kwinana, we’re expanding the Warradarge Wind Farm, the WA EV Network has launched, and we have many other projects in the works.

We're a purpose-driven organisation, owned by the people of WA. Our commitment is to ensure all Western Australians have access to secure, reliable, and sustainable energy.

We believe that the benefits of renewable energy aren’t just for some, they're for everyone.

This is where you come in.

Role Description:

The Senior Financial Analyst – Projects is an exciting 12-month max-term opportunity in our Project Finance team based at our Perth Central Park office.

The primary purpose of the Senior Financial Analyst – Projects is to provide project management accounting support and advice to project teams enabling the delivery of Synergy’s $3.8+ billion renewable projects portfolio.

Job responsibilities:

• Actively influence decision making to improve project delivery performance

• Build relationships with project managers and project teams to provide challenge, support and analyses to encourage them to make financially astute decisions

• Support project teams with financial analysis and support throughout the project lifecycle

• Assist project teams in the development of appropriate wbs structures; liaise with the corporate asset analyst and ensure project master data and wbs structure are reflected correctly in the accounting system

• Provide financial input and analysis into key governance documents such as project briefs or business cases

What you will bring:

• Recognised university degree in finance, accounting or another relevant field

• More than 7 years’ experience in finance roles including project accounting, business partnering or management accounting role

• Solid understanding of project lifecycles, project methodologies and change management processes and their importance in successfully delivering projects

• Demonstrated experience working with financial / ERP systems and business intelligence tools Minimum of 2 years experience with heavy industry or utilities logistics or supply chain

• Some travel to offsite locations may be required

So, what's it like working for Synergy?

As one of Australia's most trusted utility brands, we value our customers, the community we operate in, and our people. When you work with us, you'll be joining an inclusive and proactive organisation, one that enables innovative thinking, accountable leadership, and collaboration. It's how we're creating an exceptional workplace, and we want you to be part of it.

At Synergy we have a wide range of benefits designed to help you balance your work and home life, support your health and wellbeing along with having access to professional development opportunities.

Here's a just a few of the benefits you'll have access to as a Synergy employee:

• Flexible work arrangements

• Generous paid parental leave

• Other leave options including reproductive and purchased annual leave

• Volunteer leave so you can give back to your community

• Learning and development opportunities

More details can be found here

At Synergy we believe in creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive and feel a true sense of belonging. We're proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer by the Diversity Council of Australia. We celebrate our diversity and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, especially those from underrepresented groups.

Have we sparked your interest? We hope so. It’s an exciting time for energy in Western Australia – and you’re connected to it.

Click 'Apply' below to get started with your application.

Applications close Friday 25th September, however Synergy reserves the right to close applications when a suitable pool of candidates is identified.

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Need some help?

Get in touch with our Talent Acquisition team at recruitment@synergy.net.au