Financial Analyst

Finance Analyst

This is a 3–6 month contract (possible extension). You will be working with one of our banking clients to shape the End-of-Year Annual Report, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a compelling presentation of financial performance. Sitting within the finance reporting function, the Finance Reporting Analyst will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to validate financial data, structure report content, and develop high-quality visuals that effectively communicate key insights.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure financial statements and performance metrics align with regulatory requirements and internal standards. Conduct thorough data checks and reconciliations to uphold the integrity of reported figures.
• Organize complex financial information into a coherent, structured format, ensuring clarity and logical flow. Tailor reporting to meet stakeholder expectations while maintaining alignment with corporate branding and regulatory disclosures.
• Liaise with finance, risk, compliance, and investor relations teams to gather insights and incorporate their input into the final report. Proactively manage stakeholder expectations and deadlines.
• Leverage advanced PowerPoint skills to create high-impact visual presentations, helping senior leaders and external audiences better understand financial trends and company performance.
• Adhere to financial reporting standards, such as IFRS or GAAP, and ensure disclosures meet industry-specific regulatory requirements. Support audit-related inquiries if needed.

Must-Have Skills & Experience:

• Strong attention to detail & deadline management: Ability to manage multiple reporting components while ensuring quality and accuracy.
• Data extraction & financial reporting experience: Familiarity with financial reporting tools and platforms; experience working with large datasets and extracting meaningful insights.
• Advanced PowerPoint & visualization skills: Expertise in transforming financial data into impactful visuals for board presentations, investor communications, or annual reports.
• Strong communication & influencing skills: Confidence in liaising with senior stakeholders, explaining financial concepts, and driving engagement.
• Annual/external reporting experience (highly regarded): Understanding of financial disclosure requirements and best practices in corporate reporting within financial services

Benefits of working with Peoplebank

• Dedicated Support: Each contractor is assigned a Contractor Care Manager, ensuring personalized service and prompt issue resolution throughout your engagement.
• Efficient Payroll Services: Benefit from weekly payroll cycles, electronic onboarding, and streamlined timesheet submissions, ensuring accurate and timely payments.
• Self-Service Portal: Access payslips, contract details, work history, and more through Peoplebank's user-friendly portal, available via desktop and mobile app.
• Salary Packaging Options: Take advantage of salary packaging for superannuation and other approved items, potentially increasing your take-home pay.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access confidential support services through TELUS Health, available 24/7 during your contract and up to six months post-placement.
• NextJob Program: Stay connected with upcoming opportunities through Peoplebank's NextJob initiative, ensuring continuous employment prospects.
  

Please reach out to [email protected] if you are interested. Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.