Commercial Analyst – Drive Performance in Recycling Business

About the role

Join a leading steel recycling business recognised for sustainability and workplace excellence. Reporting to the National Finance Manager, you will act as a critical decision‑support partner, linking operations, finance and strategy to help leaders understand performance drivers and make informed choices.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse financial and operational performance to identify drivers, trends and variances.
• Translate complex data into clear, actionable insights for non‑financial leaders.
• Provide decision support through scenario modelling, commercial challenge and recommendations.
• Identify financial levers and convert insights into practical operational actions with measurable outcomes.
• Co‑own planning and forecasting processes, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and driver‑based assumptions.
• Facilitate month‑end close, prepare and present the monthly reporting pack to key stakeholders.

Required profile

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, Commerce or similar.
• CA/CPA qualification essential.
• 5–7 years post‑graduate experience in commercial or financial analysis within manufacturing or complex operational environments.
• Strong financial modelling and business case preparation skills.
• Ability to identify key drivers in complex business environments.
• Excellent communication, sound judgement and ability to navigate sensitive conversations with senior leaders.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Exposure to SAP.
• Experience with Power BI.
• Financial modelling.

What we offer

• Promotional opportunities and long‑term career development.
• Quarterly/annual company bonus.
• Hybrid work flexibility (work from home).
• Free on‑site parking.
• Long service leave after 5 years (1.3 weeks per year).
• Paid parental leave (20 weeks primary carer, 3 weeks partner) with super contributions during unpaid leave.
• Discounted health cover via nib.
• Employee discounts across major retail, travel and lifestyle brands.
• Access to learning platforms and development opportunities.