Finance Analyst

At Fortescue Future Industries (FFI) we are leading the global energy transition by developing a portfolio of renewable energy and green hydrogen projects.

Our large scale, low-cost hydropower, geothermal, solar and wind assets will support establishment of green energy and green product industries around the world.

FFI is committed to building thriving communities by delivering social, environmental and economic benefits.

Finance Analyst

Work location: Perth

In this role you will report directly to the Strategic and Financial Planning Manager to assist in the quarterly strategy and financial planning / budgeting process and to monitor and report on progress towards strategic objectives and OKRs set as part of that process. You will also assist the broader Finance team with a range of research, project and strategic tasks, as required.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assist in the annual and quarterly strategy and financial planning processes for FFI, including:
  • Preparing market and competitor research to understand macro and external factors that may impact FFI's strategy.
  • Collaboration with business units and regions to gather, evaluate and analyse their budgets and strategic plans over 1,3 and 5yr horizons.
  • Preparing SWOT analysis and scenario analysis.
  • Preparing financial forecasting models, scenario analysis and papers.
  • Monitoring progress against OKRs and preparing OKR reporting.
• Preparation of management papers, reporting and presentation decks for senior management and Board approval.
• Collaborating closely with internal support functions (such as treasury, funding and tax).
• Developing and communicating best practice finance and forecasting tools for use across the FFI businesses and regions.
• Building and maintaining a strong, trusting relationships with business unit and regional finance stakeholders.
• Other research, project and strategic tasks, as required.

Qualifications and skills required:

• A tertiary degree in a business / finance related field, CA / CPA qualifications desirable.
• 2-5yrs experience in a Big 4 accounting firm or in a finance analyst role at a complex and fast-paced organisation, preferably in resources, heavy industry, energy or infrastructure.
• Exceptional numerical, analytical and financial modelling skills, including the ability to distil, synthesize and draw conclusions from large amounts of information and data.
• Excellent business writing and PowerPoint presentation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to build strong relationships and influence key stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
• Strong financial acumen, experience in strategic and financial planning / budgeting processes desirable.
• Knowledge of financial and accounting concepts, Excel and enterprise financial planning systems, exposure to SAP and Anaplan desirable.
• Resilient and self-managing with the ability to work autonomously, take initiative, work outside your comfort zone and reliably deliver on tight deadlines.
• A flexible mindset, with a willingness to adapt to changing environment and priorities.
• Supports the vision of FFI and can demonstrate alignment with our Values. 

Candidates must be able to bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.

Our values drive our culture and performance through a strong focus on safety, family and determination. We celebrate and respect people’s differences and commit to providing an inclusive work environment. This is an exciting time to join Fortescue.

We encourage Aboriginal Australians and female candidates to apply.

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Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified