" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eCommercial Analyst | $125,000 Package | 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 14/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eGlobal product-based business with an established market presence\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCommercial finance role offering exposure to sales, operations and senior stakeholders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdeal for a Big 4/Mid-tier first mover or industry-trained Accountant\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur client is a global, multi-billion-dollar business with a significant presence across Australia and New Zealand. Operating an extensive portfolio of products and a large, multi-site network, the business is a recognised market leader with excellent opportunities for career development.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e An opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Analyst to join its high-performing finance team. Reporting to the Commercial Finance Manager, you will work closely with stakeholders across sales, operations and finance to analyse business performance, deliver commercial insights and support key decision-making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This role would suit a Big 4 or Mid-tier first mover looking to transition into commercial finance, or an industry-trained Accountant seeking to broaden their experience in a more analytical and commercial facing role.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenge \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour key responsibilities will include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalysing sales, margins and operating costs to identify trends and opportunities to improve performance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing management reporting, P\u0026amp;L analysis, variance commentary and commercial KPIs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eManaging customer rebate calculations, reporting and reconciliations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWorking closely with sales and operational stakeholders to support commercial initiatives and business decisions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePreparing financial models and business cases to assess opportunities and investments\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting budgeting, forecasting, month-end reporting and process improvements\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Expertise\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo be successful, you will ideally bring:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e2+ years\u0027 accounting experience gained within Big 4/Mid-tier professional services or an industry finance team\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, with CA/CPA completed or underway\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA strong accounting foundation, with exposure to large, complex or products-based businesses highly regarded\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong analytical skills and advanced Excel capability\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication skills and the ability to engage confidently with finance and non-finance stakeholders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eA proactive, commercially curious mindset and an interest in developing business partnering capabilities\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Step\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\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 Matt Hodgson for a confidential discussion on 0486 162 487\u003cbr\u003eOr alternatively please apply per the link below.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ThompsonCook\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:\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\u003eCommercial Finance \u0026amp; Financial Planning \u0026amp; Analysis\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinancial \u0026amp; Management Accountants\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable \u0026amp; Payroll\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.\u003cbr\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003eThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting | Focused on Melbourne and Sydney \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=\"4478254\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "