Finance Analyst

The purpose of this role is to manage the efficient and effective running of the finance function for the businesses within the AM ANZ operating segment of McMillan Shakespeare Group.About Us

McMillan Shakespeare Group is a leading provider of salary packaging, novated leasing, and asset management services. We're committed to creating exceptional experiences for our customers while building a collaborative and supportive environment for our people.

Our culture is built on four core values:

• Going Above & Beyond for our customers

• Working Better Together through collaboration

• Making It Count by seeing the bigger picture

• Owning It through accountability and responsibility

About the Role

We're seeking a skilled Financial Analyst to join our Asset Management ANZ team in Melbourne on a fixed-term contract until December 2025. This key position will manage the finance function for multiple businesses within our AM ANZ operating segment, including Interleasing Australia and Just Honk Used Cars.

What You'll Do

• Lead financial and management reporting for multiple business units

• Drive budget, forecasting, and planning processes

• Manage monthly financial close processes and balance sheet reconciliations

• Develop and maintain insightful business metrics and dashboards

• Partner with operational and sales teams to align business strategy with financial outcomes

• Lead process improvement initiatives and system enhancements

• Contribute to business transformation projects

• Work closely with the Group Executive for AM ANZ and other key stakeholders

What You'll Need

• CA/CPA qualification with 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Strong technical accounting and financial analysis skills
• Proven ability to engage and influence at senior levels
• Excellence in problem-solving and attention to detail
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder management capabilities
• Experience in leading cross-functional teams
• Superior Excel skills
• Fleet management/asset financing industry experience (advantageous)

What We Offer

Join a team that fosters honest communication, mutual respect, and innovative thinking. Our team members are encouraged to contribute ideas and drive positive change across the organization. We believe in creating an environment where everyone can grow, develop, and make a meaningful impact.

While this is a fixed-term position until December 2025, it offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in the asset management sector and make a significant contribution to our business transformation initiatives.

Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter demonstrating their alignment with our position criteria and team values.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

What we can offer you:

• Our strong people-first culture

• Flexible/hybrid working to enhance your work/life balance

• Novated lease benefits and discounts

• 12 weeks Paid Parental leave and access to our Parents Portal

• Exempt Employee Share Plan

• Paid Income Protection Insurance under MMSG default Super plan

• Access to a broad range of learning and development programs

• Career break and volunteering leave

• Access to Employee Assistance Program and annual Flu vaccination

• Lifestyle Rewards program

 
As an employer who embraces Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, we hold a collective commitment to foster an environment where all differences are valued and respected.  We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from all backgrounds, including those caring for and living with disability to apply.  
 
Please note all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks.