Project Finance Analyst

Location: Melbourne
Contract Type: 3 Month Contract

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Project Finance Analyst to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a key role in developing comprehensive business cases, preparing detailed financial reports, and providing critical financial insights to guide project decision-making.

This is a fantastic opportunity to leverage your strong analytical skills, commercial acumen, and financial expertise to contribute to the success of strategic initiatives and projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Case Development: Create robust and well-supported business cases for project proposals and strategic initiatives.
• Financial Modelling & Analysis: Analyze financial data to identify key trends, risks, and opportunities, ensuring sound financial decision-making.
• Project Finance Management: Oversee project budgets, forecasts, and cost control, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Stakeholder Communication: Effectively present financial information to stakeholders and senior management, facilitating informed decision-making.
• Problem-Solving: Identify financial issues and work collaboratively to develop and implement effective solutions.
• Commercial Acumen: Use your financial insights to link financials to business drivers, helping guide prioritization and trade-off decisions.

Key Competencies & Skills:

• Strong analytical and financial modelling skills.
• Solid project finance management experience (budgeting, forecasting, cost control).
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present financial information clearly to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial insights into actionable business decisions.
• Problem-solving mindset with an ability to address financial challenges and develop solutions.
• Professional skepticism in assessing financial data to ensure accuracy and reliability.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Finance Analyst or similar role, ideally within a project-driven environment.
• Strong proficiency in financial modelling and analysis tools (Excel, financial software, etc.).
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities.
• Relevant qualifications in Finance, Accounting, or related fields.
  
  

If you're a detail-oriented and analytical professional with a passion for driving financial excellence in project management, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your career!