Commercial Finance Manager
Sydney, AUS
Permanent

Commercial Finance Manager

Position summary

We’re looking for a Commercial Finance Manager who loves getting into the numbers and influencing decisions. You’ll manage the month-end close, own commercial reporting, drive forecasting and budgeting, and be the go-to person for NetSuite and project reporting.

If you’re hands-on, enjoy partnering with the business, and know how to turn data into insights, this is for you.

Duties & responsibilities

Month-end + Reporting

  • Own the month-end close process in NetSuite (journals, accruals, allocations).
  • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations (cash, AP, AR, WIP, payroll including ESOP, intercompany, fixed assets, intangibles).
  • Complete direct labour and allocation journals; review department/brand allocations for accuracy.
  • Produce Business Unit P&Ls and Client/Project profitability reporting.
  • Provide insights and commentary — not just numbers.

FP&A + Commercial

  • Lead budgeting and forecasting cycles; update forecasts with input from project managers and budget owners.
  • Deliver commercial analysis (pricing, margins, scenario modelling).
  • Track key metrics and maintain performance dashboards.
  • Present quarterly results to owners and influence decisions.

Project Reporting / Cost Allocation

  • Maintain project reporting (actuals, forecast updates, cost rates, project setup and classification).
  • Run project review meetings with project managers and key stakeholders.

NetSuite & Systems

  • Act as NetSuite finance admin: troubleshoot issues, maintain master data, improve processes.
  • Complete the NetSuite period close checklist and ensure data accuracy/integrity.

Year-end & Audit / Other

  • Support year-end reporting and prepare audit files.
  • Respond to auditor queries and update annual report schedules.
  • Perform other ad hoc tasks/analysis.

About you

  • CA/CPA qualified (or similar); Big 4 experience highly valued.
  • 4+ years’ finance experience, ideally in Commercial Finance or FP&A.
  • Strong month-end experience; comfortable owning processes end-to-end.
  • Hands-on NetSuite experience.
  • Advanced Excel (modelling, SUMIF/SUMPRODUCT, pivots). Knowledge of Power BI / similar tools is a bonus
  • Clear communicator with strong stakeholder skills.
  • Confident presenting insights, not just data.

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About Janison

Janison exists to transform the way people learn. Our team of educators, technologists and change agents empower teachers, students, accreditation bodies and governments to achieve meaningful educational outcomes by measuring knowledge and progress.

Founded 25 years ago, we are an Australian-owned edtech pioneer delivering more than 6.5 million assessments annually in 117 countries. Our technology supports our commitment to equity and accessibility for all.

Why Janison?

As a finalist in the 2023 Wrk+ Great Place to Work Awards, we are delighted to offer you a fun and inclusive workplace environment, plus:

  • Access to our Employee Share Ownership Program. We will match your shares of up to $2,000 per year
  • A 5th week of annual leave (conditions apply) and a day off on your birthday
  • Parental leave benefit including paid leave, continued Super contributions and more
  • A day off each year to volunteer with a community-based organisation dear to your heart
  • Annual pay review and bonus program
  • A focus on virtual engagement and inclusivity to support our distributed workforce across the globe
  • A focus on development and upskilling opportunities (if that’s what you’re after)

For a glimpse into Janison’s culture and to see our regular employee updates, follow our channel on LinkedIn. We’d love for you to be part of our community!

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