Commercial Financial Planning Analyst

Overview
We are an Australian technology company creating the future of mobility with software-defined driverless transport. To build this new future and respond to growing demand, we are on the hunt to employ fresh thinking, technical minds to join our dynamic team, where we will continue to innovate and thrive together.
Applied EV develops safety-rated, autonomous-ready, digital control systems (Digital Backbone) and modular vehicle platforms (Blanc Robot), for global commercial applications. We are developing the next generation of mobility, where vehicles run entirely on software and are programmable, improving efficiency & sustainability.
Applied EV creates an inclusive environment that empowers employees and embraces diversity. We welcome and encourage everyone who has a passion and curiosity for technology, automotive and innovation to explore our open positions and join our growing team.
Job Purpose:
Applied EV is looking for an experienced commercially minded Financial Planning Analyst who can support the senior leadership team to grow the business.
The Role:
This role will be involved in a range of activities across the business including, but not limited to:

• Preparation and management of complex financial modelling on existing, developing and proposed business initiatives.
• Assistance in business case development, with a focus on commercial outcomes to meet business growth opportunities.
• Providing analysis and interpretation of external and internal data to assist development of commercial strategies and opportunities.
• Supporting the preparation of commercial contracts, negotiations and management with relevant financial data and analysis.
• Supporting & providing guidance to the business in managing commercial issues, with a focus on process & procedural improvements.
• Contribute to business presentations and reports for internal and external use.
• Assist in preparation of periodic reports and information such as:

• reports for board and senior management,
• data/information for internal stakeholders,
• Q&A preparation and copy for internal and external communications.

Requirements
You will demonstrate:

• A track record of being involved with strategic projects with a degree of ambiguity (i.e. where to play, how to win)
• Intellectual curiosity and a learning mindset, with a passion for solving complex problems and ‘making sense’ of the world.
• An entrepreneurial spirit, with a passion for developing creative fact-based growth strategies, whilst demonstrating excellent business acumen.
• The ability to build and foster strong relationships with the senior leadership team and operational management, understanding what is happening at ground level across the business.

Skills and Competencies:
The ideal candidate will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Commerce, Accounting or related field. Post graduate qualifications a bonus.
• Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods.
• 5+ years of FP&A experience, including modelling, forecasting and business case analysis ideally within the technology, startup or an entrepreneurial focused industry.
• Highly developed conceptual reasoning capabilities, problem-solving skills, commercial acumen, quantitative and qualitative analytical skills.
• Superior communication, facilitation, influencing and interpersonal skills, are essential to building constructive relationships and credibility with diverse stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office and financial management software
• Sound understanding of related statutory and corporate governance processes.
• Excellent organization, communication, written, influencing, interpersonal and presentation skills.
• A strong analytical ability and being able to articulate the findings to key stake holders.
• An entrepreneurial spirit, with a passion for developing creative fact-based growth strategies whilst managing ambiguity in a dynamic environment.

Only candidates with existing unrestricted working rights for Australia will be considered.
Benefits

• Work at an exciting technology company within Australia in state-of-the-art new facilities delivering globally.
• Enjoy a strong sense of ownership of your field, with the satisfaction of working on developments that create the future of a new and growing class of electric vehicles in an established, dynamic and forward-thinking growing business.
• The opportunity to have ownership over your responsibilities.
• Work alongside a friendly and passionate team on cutting edge technology.
• Enjoy kitchen facilities, including an on-site barista, with snacks, drinks, lunch, fresh fruit and tea/coffee provided daily.
• Excellent additional employee benefits including access to Novated Leasing and Employee Assistance Programs.