Senior Analyst - Power West at APA

Perth, Western Australia, Australia

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Energy, Utilities, InfrastructureIndustries

Requirements

Strong commercial acumen with experience supporting operational teams through data and insights
Enjoy solving problems, working with complex data, and influencing decision-making across business units
Strong experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting within complex or asset-intensive organisations
Advanced analytical and modelling skills, with experience using enterprise finance systems and tools (e.g., Adaptive Planning, PowerBI, Workday Finance)
Proven ability to drive budgeting and planning processes to completion within deadlines
Continuous improvement mindset, always looking for ways to improve accuracy, reporting, and value creation
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with ability to translate data into actionable insights
Strong stakeholder management skills and high level of emotional intelligence
Power and energy sector experience and knowledge (perceived favourably)
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Accounting, Economics or a related discipline

Responsibilities

Lead budgeting, forecasting, and long-term planning processes; challenge assumptions and provide insight on performance drivers
Prepare monthly reports on financial performance with clear and insightful commentary, ensuring alignment with business strategic priorities
Deliver financial analysis to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
Support strategic business decisions and improvement initiatives through modelling, benchmarking, and competitor analysis
Identify opportunities to streamline processes, improve data accuracy, and embed continuous improvement in financial workflows and systems
Partner with a range of stakeholders to present clear financial insights, support performance reviews, and build strong relationships across operational and project teams

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

financial analysisbudgetingforecastinglong-term planningfinancial modellingbenchmarkingcompetitor analysisperformance reportingstakeholder managementdata analysisExcelprocess improvement

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require office presence?

The role is based in Perth and requires joining the team on a permanent full-time basis there.

What technical skills are required for this Senior Analyst role?

Advanced analytical and modelling skills are required, along with experience using enterprise finance systems and tools such as Adaptive Planning, PowerBI, and Workday Finance. Strong experience in financial analysis, forecasting, and performance reporting is also essential.

What soft skills are important for this position?

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, stakeholder management skills, high level of emotional intelligence, and a continuous improvement mindset are key.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What kind of experience makes a strong candidate for this position?

Candidates with strong commercial acumen, experience supporting operational teams through data and insights in complex or asset-intensive organisations, and power and energy sector knowledge will stand out. Proven ability to drive budgeting and planning processes to completion within deadlines is also crucial.