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About Us

Globally, energy markets are in transition to a net zero future and the entities within these markets are transforming their underlying business models to ensure that they stay relevant, sustainable and profitable. As one of Australia’s largest energy providers, we are proud of our purpose to lead and accelerate the clean energy transformation for all. 

Our ability to deliver on this Purpose will be dependent on our people. In this role we are looking for a dynamic Trading and Transition Finance Lead to join our team and make a real impact! In this pivotal role, you'll provide valuable insights, expert advice, and a comprehensive view of our Electricity portfolio to support performance and drive informed decision-making. You'll be instrumental in setting annual budgets, managing monthly forecasts, and ensuring the business stays aligned with its targets. Collaborating closely with the Trading and Transition team covering electricity trading, physical markets, and pricing you'll also support finance functions to maintain strong financial control in line with EnergyAustralia's requirements. This is your opportunity to shape the financial strategy and contribute to the success of a leading energy provider!

About the Role

As one of our Finance Leads for Electricity, some of your key responsibilities will include the following;

• Provide consistent financial advice and direction across the electricity portfolio.
• Support budgeting, forecasting and tracking across the electricity portfolio.
• Assist in identifying insights into drivers of monthly results against Business Plan and forecasts for the portfolio (variance analysis).
• Ensure financial performance is clearly communicated and can be clearly articulated by Trading and Transition.
• Assist with ensuring integrity, compliance and financial control in Trading and Transition Projects including investments (Business Cases, Projects, etc.).
• Review and challenge initiatives developed by Commercial teams to ensure that business decisions are made with a clear understanding of likely financial outcomes.
• Support requests from Portfolio Governance team to validate assumption set in business cases

How can you support the Clean Energy Transition

To be successful, you will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in accounting, finance, economics or another relevant quantitative degree (minimum)
• Post graduate qualifications in accounting, finance, economics and/or another relevant quantitative degree
• Experience in energy or a similar related field desirable
• Basic Python and/or SQL skills highly desirable
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills

If you share our passion for a clean energy future for all and want to join us #Doing. Not just dreaming, then click the 'Apply’ button.

Why Us?

We’re committed to providing an inclusive culture so our people can bring their whole selves to work and have a sense of belonging. From our PRISM network that creates a positive culture for LGBTI employees to our Reconciliation Action Plan that has commitments to strengthen relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations, it’s a workplace where everyone’s welcome.  We offer;

• Employee discount on your electricity and gas, discounts on major brands and products
• Annual Performance Bonus
• 20 weeks’ paid parental leave that’s completely gender-equal
• Energise Program - flexible working that is team centric enabling all individuals to agree and succeed together
• Excellent company culture, down-to-earth and friendly organisation - be authentic, bring your whole self to work!
• 2 paid recharge days
• State-of-the-art Melbourne office, stunning views only 3-4 minute walk from Southern Cross station
• Inhouse Café and Onsite Tech Bar