Hello. We’re Virgin Australia. We’re the airline that’s always done things a little different. Our way. The Virgin way. We’re on a mission to make flying better than ‘nice’. And to do that, it takes a team of talented people who are passionate about customer experience, doing the right thing always, with a focus on safety – in the air, on the ground and in our workplaces. A team who values real diversity and inclusion, in a big brand with big ambitions.

What you’ll be doing

As a Senior Finance Partner, you will collaborate with the Head of Financial Planning & Analysis to support the Chief Operations Officer and his General Managers to drive the planning, efficiency, productivity, cost management and transformation opportunities across his departments. The successful candidate will perform detailed analysis, generate insights and recommendations, regularly engage with (and present to) senior management and executives and drive the identification of risks and opportunities to improve performance. This position sits within our high-performing Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A) division. 

Further responsibilities include:

• Ability to hold partners accountable to performance metrics and budgets, while providing support to identify and mitigate risks and drive opportunities
• Ownership of planning and reporting process for relevant departments
• Periodic reporting of actual results and insight into the drivers of results for revenue and cost 
• Monthly reforecasting of costs, revenue, taking into account changes to operational metrics and emerging risks & opportunities
• Facilitate annual budgeting process, with deep engagement with the Operational teams to ensure department ownership of the plan
• Act as a de facto Operational team member, take the lead on finance matters within the Operational departments
• Co-develop business cases for investments and initiatives, developing a detailed understanding of financial implications of proposed changes / projects / initiatives
• Develop detailed understanding of airline economics and financial drivers for Operational functions
• Bring together airline financials, commercial drivers and operational statistics to deliver analysis on key drivers of financial performance for the airline
• Regular and ongoing engagement with Department GM's to drive improvement and transformation
• Ideation and implementation of revenue opportunities/cost reduction part of the transformation support within the operational organisation 

You’ll be great in this role if you…

• Tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, or Risk Management or similar
• Extensive experience in Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) and/or an analytics-based role, or equivalent experience in Management Consulting/ Big 4/ MBB
• Experience in a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Demonstrated experience partnering with senior stakeholders and presenting to General Managers etc.
• Ability to build successful working relationships with stakeholders at all levels across the organisation
• Advanced financial modelling capability (Advanced Excel) and pragmatic approach to producing revenue/cost estimates under tight timelines
• Ability to grasp complex concepts and models quickly, and distil analysis and insight to simple, easy to understand output
• Strong presentation skills (PowerPoint development and ability to present to stakeholders)
• Familiarity working in a ASX 200/ public company and an understanding of the economic drivers in operational divisions

We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to):

• Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year)
• A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs
• One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road
• Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide
• Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services
• Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health
• ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you.

When everyone is included, everyone wins

We’re all individuals. And we love that. That’s why we encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, our friends in the LGBTQI+ community, and anyone else who wants to join our family.

Ready to apply?

We’re ready to hear from you. Apply now.