Who Are We? Are Media is Australia’s leading omnichannel content company for women. Every day we influence, inform, inspire, and connect with 6 in 10 Australian women across magazine media, digital, video, social, e-commerce, customer review sites, podcasts, events and experiences. Our brands include The Australian Women’s Weekly, Better Homes & Gardens, Woman’s Day, marie claire, TV WEEK, New Idea, Now to Love, Australian Gourmet Traveller, BEAUTY/crew and ELLE . Through our Change AREgenda we drive meaningful and positive change for women. Are Media employs Australia’s best content creation talent and we are proud that our greatest strength is our people. Why Are Media? Join Australia’s leading content company for women and be part of an inspiring, creative and collaborative team. We offer excellent people programs including: A day of leave for your birthday, 4 days of volunteering leave each year, An inclusive parental leave program that supports all parents, families & carers, FREE digital access to all our titles, and Our unique Are Media Learning Academy (Digital Academy, Lunch N Learns, Mentoring and much more). At Are Media, you'll be in the office four days a week, with one day to work from home. About the role Reporting to the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, as a valued member of the Finance Partnering team, you will develop and build relationships across the business to support senior business leaders in day-to-day management of the business, providing analysis and insights to support business decisions. The role is responsible for providing business partnering support and delivering month end, forecast and budget results by performing a selection of processes and functions across a range of P&L’s. The role builds up extensive business knowledge, systems expertise and establishes strong reputation with the internal stakeholders. An enthusiastic attitude with strong attention to details and analytical skills are essential to ensure success. This role will present numerous opportunities for development and career growth for the right candidate. Duties Primary responsibilities include: Business Partnering: provide analytical and financial support to Senior Business Leaders / Financial Controller for finance processes / functions through insightful, strategic reporting. Management Accounting: responsible for timely and accurate completion of allocated finance functions for month end, forecasting and budgeting. Delivering regular financial performance reports to senior management, providing clear insights. Financial Modelling: responsible for preparing and analysing financial modelling for budget/ planning within the finance department and for related stakeholders. Process improvement: critically assess workflows and drive efficiencies/ process improvements. Staff management: mentors, guides and engages reporting team member/s to help them achieve their own responsibilities, creating a high performing team. Skills and experience To be successful in this role, you'll have an enthusiastic attitude with strong attention to detail and analytical skills and the following skills/experience: Bachelor degree or equivalent in Finance or Accounting CA / CPA Qualified with minimum 3 years post qualified experience 5 years experience in finance business partnering Exceptional business partnering skills, with the ability to influence Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Excellent computer literacy and strong excel skills Strong analytical and problem solving skills Proven ability to prioritise and work under pressure to meet deadlines Ability to explain concepts to non-financial stakeholders and build relationships Experience in process improvement and driving change in a fast-paced environment Enthusiastic and keen to learn, with an adaptable approach to work A positive mindset, can-do attitude Thrives in a changing environment Experience of staff management Desirable: Previous experience with D365 Previous experience with planning/ data analysis tools such as TM1 Experience in the industry preferred but not mandatory Are Media is a proud member of Media Diversity Australia, a not-for-profit organisation working towards a media landscape that looks and sounds like Australia. We are committed to fostering diverse, respectful, collaborative & inclusive workplace. We know & value the success this brings for everyone and we welcome & encourage applications from diverse backgrounds. When you apply, please let us know of any reasonable adjustments you may need during the interview process. This role may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please apply now and send your CV & a covering letter via the link.
