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Merivale has over 90+ restaurants, pubs, bars. To keep these venues running in top shape it requires a lot of moving parts. This is where our finance team steps in, and we are searching for a new Finance Analyst.
As a Finance Analyst within our Finance team at Merivale HQ, you will be responsible for the delivery of timely, accurate and robust reporting while positively contributing to the brand and culture of the team. You need to be numerically competent, have a hands‑on approach, the ability to identify errors and be self‑motivated to meet deadlines. The role will partner with key stakeholders to support growth and plays a key role in the transformation of the Finance function.
This role focuses on the need for continual improvement and efficiencies, supporting the transformation of reporting by establishing a reporting strategy and roadmap with considerations for systems and processes.
Some core responsibilities include:
- Support month‑end financial close processes, including posting journal entries and regular reporting
- Respond to financial queries from internal stakeholders
- Work collaboratively with senior members of the team to support their areas of responsibility
- End‑to‑end processes for annual budget setting including planning, guidance, timetable, templates, reporting and ongoing reforecast
- Providing leading reporting frameworks to enhance venue and portfolio insights enabling the communication of lead indicators
- Reengineering of reporting processes and systems supporting business growth
- Support the embedment of visualisation tools such as Power BI and data management tools such as Power query
- Engage and collaborate with the business as a trusted advisor to support strategic and operational priorities through financial analysis, insights and recommendations.
The Essentials
- Demonstrated ability to work unsupervised and meet deadlines
- Attention to detail with analytical skills and accuracy in managing financial records
- Ability to identify and resolve discrepancies or issues in financial data
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce or a related field
- Has started or looking at doing CPA/CA is highly desirable
- 2+ years post degree experience. Big 4 or complex corporate environment advantageous
- Solid financial modelling and analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data
- Excellent communication, financial storytelling, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders, influence at various levels
- Advanced proficiency in financial software and tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, reporting platforms and Power BI & Power query experience
Why Merivale?
Join Australia's leading hospitality group known for innovation, excellence, and employee development. We also offer:
- Paid parental leave and flexible return to work support for new parents.
- Amazing discounts at 90+ venues.
- Career progression opportunities and development through leadership programs and supported technology education tools.
- Access to our employee assistance program which provides free and confidential health support.
- Employee referral program.
- Free lunch in venue each day
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