What's the role? We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Commercial Finance Analyst to provide strategic financial support to our Editorial leadership team within the Free News & Lifestyle publishing division. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on curiosity and brings positive energy to their work. T his role involves transforming financial and non-financial data into actionable insights to drive profitable growth and cost sustainability. You will partner directly with key stakeholders from our Brand editorial teams, such as News.com.au, Taste, Body & Soul and Escape, to navigate market dynamics and inform decision-making. Additionally, you will oversee financial planning processes, including budgeting and forecasting, to ensure alignment with business objectives. Responsibilities: Conduct monthly P&L reviews and partner with senior leaders to analyze weekly revenue results. Assist in driving a high-performing finance team through development planning, continuous education, and information sharing. Perform scenario analyses to identify and evaluate future business opportunities. Collaborate on cost optimization initiatives, assessing their impact on the P&L. Monitor and analyze financial results, providing insights to enhance business performance. Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts, ensuring financial targets are met. Who are you? CA/CPA qualified (preferred, not essential) with ideally 2 years of experience in a commercial finance role or demonstrated professional accounting competency. Naturally curious, with the ability to demonstrate commercial acumen and strong analytical skill Capable of translating complex data and insights into simple messaging and actionable insights Develop and manage stakeholder relationships effectively. Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to business challenges. Resilient and adept at managing competing deadlines in a dynamic environment. Experience in financial planning, analysis, and cost management within a commercial setting. News Benefits News Benefits is our way of saying thank you to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities. Thanking them for the great things they do daily, for the greater good of Australia. Our benefits include: Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices) Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave. Helping you grow - Development opportunities (including diversity and inclusion - focused education series) and recognition Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services Giving back - Make a difference to our communities. Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms Who are we? We are Australia’s number one and most influential media organisation with more than 150 prestige brands across news, sport and lifestyle. Each month more than 17 million Australians choose to consume news and information from our digital and print products – more than any other media group in Australia. What’s next? Apply now or for more information on careers at News Corp Australia visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion We know that diversity strengthens our teams and newsrooms as we seek to tell stories that represent the diverse communities of Australia that we serve. Our people make us unique and we all have a story. We encourage people of all ages, backgrounds, races, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, abilities and gender identities to apply. Inclusion is important to us and we want everyone at News to bring their whole-selves to work. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, or would like to outline which pronouns you prefer, please feel free to let us know. If you require any accommodations or adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please feel free to let us know. For more information regarding Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the DEI section. Category: Finance and Strategy