Finance Analyst

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About the role

The Finance Analyst - Consumer Gross Margin is responsible for supporting the finance team in delivering accurate forecasts, insightful analysis, month-end reporting, and strategic reporting for the AGL Consumer gross margin portfolio. The position plays a critical role in partnering with key stakeholders to provide actionable insights that inform business decisions. A major focus will be driving continuous improvement in processes and financial models to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and the quality of Consumer gross margin analysis, forecasting, and reporting.

This is a 12 month maximum-term role based in Melbourne.

Key Accountabilities
 

Data Analytics & Insights

• Support data extraction, manipulation and analysis across billing, network and other operational datasets to enable accurate financial analysis and reporting.
• Perform data validation and reconciliation to investigate variances and respond to audit, regulatory and business queries.
• Write and run queries (e.g. SAP HANA, SQL) to extract and analyse large datasets, ensuring accuracy and completeness of outputs.
• Assist in developing repeatable datasets and improving data structures to support efficient and scalable analysis.
• Work with stakeholders to understand data requirements and deliver timely, actionable insights.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of data processes, including automation and standardisation of recurring analyses.
• Support identification of data issues, risks and improvement opportunities across billing and network-related processes.
   

Month End Reporting & Performance Analysis

• Support month-end reporting activities for Consumer gross margin, including close processes, variance investigation and preparation of commentary in collaboration with Product and Commercial teams.
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of gross margin across market segments, comparing actuals to budget, forecast and prior year.
• Prepare clear and structured commentary on key drivers, supported by relevant analysis and metrics.
• Assist in delivery of key reporting outputs, including group reports, business performance reports, portfolio reviews and external reporting (half-year and full-year).
• Develop understanding of key non-financial drivers (e.g. customer numbers, product mix, volumes) to support analysis.
• Work closely with finance and business stakeholders to meet reporting timelines and ensure adherence to group standards.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of reporting processes to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Identify and highlight emerging trends, risks and opportunities from performance analysis.
   

Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts for Consumer gross margin, including analysis of key revenue and cost drivers (rate, volume, mix, wholesale and distribution costs).
• Assist in validating key assumptions and inputs to ensure they are reasonable and understood.
• Provide analytical support for forecasting, including preparation of supporting analysis and inputs for forecast packs.
• Contribute to ongoing improvements in forecasting processes and models as required.

What You'll Bring

• Degree in Finance, Engineering, Analytics, Computer or Data Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Advanced user of MS office tools (Excel, Powerpoint, Word)
• Power Bi, SQL or other coding languages experience desirable
• Demonstrated high level analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyse complex problems, identify issues, think laterally and apply analytical, qualitative and research techniques to develop appropriate strategies

We'd love to see your application by: Tuesday 28 ****July 2026.
 

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.

• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.

• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.

• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.

• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.

• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.
   

* Benefits may change over time and vary based on location.
 

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Inclusion at AGL
 

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.
We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers 

AGL is proud to be a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Docklands VIC 3008

Job Family Group

Finance and Accounting