Commercial Finance Business Partner

Job Description:

dentsu is a network designed for what’s next, helping clients predict and plan for disruptive future opportunities and create new paths to growth in the sustainable economy through five global leadership brands; Carat, Dentsu Creative, dentsu X, iProspect and Merkle, each with deep specialisms.

Operating in over 145 markets worldwide with more than 46,000 dedicated specialists and partnering with 95 of the top 100 global advertisers our collective vision is to be at the forefront of people-centred transformations that shape society.

We are now excited to invite applications for the role of Commercial Finance Business Partner with our awesome team in Melbourne. This is initially a 12 Month Contract with an immediate start available.

The role:

As our next Commercial Finance BP, you will play a critical role in managing corporate and functional costs, partnering with functional and business leaders, and overseeing forecasting and month-end processes.

Core responsibilities:

• Lead the forecasting process, ensuring accurate and timely financial projections
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting and forecasting activities
• Analyse variances between actual results and forecasts, providing insights and recommendations for corrective actions
• Act as a trusted advisor to functional and business leaders, providing financial insights and recommendations
• Oversee the management of corporate and functional costs, ensuring alignment with budgetary constraints and strategic goals
• Analyse cost structures and identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with various departments to understand their financial needs and challenges
• Support strategic initiatives by providing financial analysis and modelling

A bit about you:

• Demonstrated high commercial acumen, to support functional leaders on business initiatives
• Ability to support the FP&A function on planning, reporting and analysis.
• Eager to support strategic initiatives by providing financial analysis and modelling, and recommendations
• Excellent commercial nouse and enjoy corporate culture
• Experience with reviewing business practices and identify areas for improvement.
• Enjoy implementing changes and improvements in reporting and planning practices in line with Finance roadmap.

What’s in it for you:

• Real flexibility to work when and where you feel most productive with our ‘Be the Best You’ policy which includes a $250 contribution to your home office set up
• The opportunity to give back with dedicated volunteer leave and our whole-company event, One Day for Change
• 5 weeks annual leave after 2 years of service and 3 whole company Wellness days off per year for you to switch off and take your day, your way
• Career Development and Learning & Development opportunities, including access to our global online dentsu University

Become a champion for meaningful progress:

Our diverse and inclusive culture enables our employees to bring their whole selves to work and be proud of doing so. For us, this is the foundation for great innovation which, in turn, generates better outcomes for our people, partners and communities. This is why we encourage applications from people with disabilities, and of all ages, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures.

If you want to belong to a one global network where opportunities are limitless – we look forward to welcoming you.

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