" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCommercial Analyst | $120k - $130k package | South Eastern Suburbs\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18687\"\u003e Management Accounting \u0026amp; Budgeting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18689\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18690\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 12/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeading retail business | Partner with Digital and Marketing divisions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImmediate start preferred | 6-month temp-to-perm opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSouth-Eastern Suburbs | 2 days WFH\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeading retail business | Partner with Digital and Marketing divisions\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImmediate start preferred | 6-month temp-to-perm opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouth-Eastern Suburbs | 2 days WFH\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA large, global retail business is seeking a Commercial Analyst to join its high-performing finance team. Operating across an extensive store and customer network in Australia and New Zealand, the business is a recognised market leader.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThis role will play a key part in supporting commercial performance, specifically across their Marketing and Digital divisions. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to deliver insight-led analysis, support promotional initiatives and drive improved financial outcomes. Following a recent resignation, they are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenge\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, your key responsibilities will include:\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDelivering detailed analysis across sales, margins and operating costs, identifying trends and opportunities to improve business performance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing management reporting and performance analysis, providing insights into key variances, business drivers and financial results\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartnering with cross-functional stakeholders to support commercial initiatives, evaluate business opportunities and inform decision-making\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting budgeting, forecasting and planning processes, providing greater visibility over financial performance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDeveloping financial models and business cases to assess the impact of key initiatives and support strategic decisions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting month-end processes including management reporting and financial analysis\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Expertise\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003ePlease consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 3 + years\u0027 experience within accounting, ideally currently working in an industry role within a large corporate, ideally across the retail, wholesale or a similar viewed as favourable\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualification in Finance, Accounting or Commerce, with CA or CPA qualification (or near completion)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvanced Excel skills, with exposure to Power BI or similar reporting tools advantageous\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders across finance, sales and operations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong analytical capability with ability to interpret data, identify trends and provide meaningful recommendations beyond the numbers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHigh attention to detail with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Step\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Isabella Papavasiliou for a confidential discussion on 0477 885 422.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOr alternatively please apply per the link.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ThompsonCook\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax \u0026amp; Audit Leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinance Managers \u0026amp; Financial Controller\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinancial \u0026amp; Management Accountants\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003eWe support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting | Focused On Sydney \u0026amp; Melbourne\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4477835\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "