Financial Planning and Analysis Manager

Company Description giantA Pty Ltd is a specialist firm in architectural design, drafting services, and energy assessment, with a focus on development applications, complying development certificates, construction certificates, building information certificates, and complex building modifications. The company holds Open Rise Accreditation, enabling the design and documentation of all building classes under the National Construction Code (NCC). giantA Pty Ltd is a Registered Design Practitioner in New South Wales, delivering architectural design for regulated buildings, including Class 2, 3, and 9c, as well as mixed-use developments. The team includes certified professionals in home energy sustainability (BASIX & NatHERS), assessing the thermal performance and energy efficiency of residential buildings. giantA Pty Ltd is actively involved in the professional community through membership in the Australian Institute of Architects (AIA), Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA), and the House Energy Raters Association (HERA).

Role Description The Financial Planning and Analysis Manager will oversee financial planning processes, supporting strategic and operational decision-making across the business. This part-time, remote role involves developing budgets and forecasts, building and maintaining financial models, and conducting variance and trend analysis for key projects and business units. The manager will prepare regular financial reports and dashboards, provide insights and recommendations to leadership, and monitor financial performance against targets. Day-to-day responsibilities include collaborating with project teams to assess financial viability, reviewing cost structures, identifying efficiency opportunities, and ensuring accurate, timely financial data. The role also supports continuous improvement of FP&A processes, tools, and methodologies.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong Financial Planning and Finance skills to support strategic, project, and operational decisions.
• Candidates should possess advanced Analytical Skills to interpret data, perform variance analysis, and deliver actionable insights.
• Candidates should possess solid Financial Modeling skills to create, maintain, and refine models for scenario analysis and long-term planning.
• Candidates should possess Budgeting & Forecasting skills to develop, monitor, and update budgets and financial projections.
• Relevant qualifications such as a degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., CPA, CA, CFA) are an advantage.
• Proficiency with spreadsheet and financial planning tools (e.g., Excel, financial modeling software) and strong data accuracy and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills, ability to present financial information to non-financial stakeholders, and capability to work independently in a remote, part-time environment.
• Experience in professional services, architecture, construction, or energy assessment industries is beneficial.