Senior Consultant - Finance Advisory

Join a market-leading team at KPMG Australia, where we collaborate with Australia’s largest government and public sector clients to deliver strategic financial advisory and transformation services. Our multidisciplinary team combines deep expertise in financial control, costing, reporting, and commercial advisory to help clients navigate complex challenges and achieve their strategic goals.

Your Opportunity

As a Senior Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering high-impact financial and commercial advisory services across multiple engagements. You will work closely with stakeholders to provide strategic insights and innovative solutions in areas such as:

• Financial & Regulatory Reporting: Support clients in preparing financial statements and meeting compliance requirements.
• Budget Development & Estimates: Assist in developing budgets and financial forecasts for major initiatives.
• Cost Estimation & Investment Analysis: Develop and review cost estimates, lifecycle cost models, and business cases.
• Technical Accounting & Standards: Provide guidance on accounting treatments and interpret public sector accounting standards.
• Finance Transformation: Design and implement finance strategies, operating models, and performance frameworks.
• Digital Finance & Automation: Leverage data analytics and automation tools to enhance financial operations and reporting.
• Governance & Frameworks: Advise on financial governance, frameworks, and best practices.
• Financial Data Analytics: Use data-driven insights to support decision-making and performance improvement.
• Procurement & Commercial Advisory: Advise on financial aspects of procurement strategies and value-for-money assessments.
• Efficiency & Operational Reviews: Conduct reviews to enhance financial effectiveness and streamline processes.
• Integrated Reporting & Strategic Documentation: Develop executive dashboards, board papers, and reports that communicate complex financial concepts clearly.
• Project Management & Team Leadership: Manage multiple engagements and mentor junior team members in a collaborative, high-performance environment.

How are you extraordinary?

We value diversity of thought, background, and experience. The ideal candidate will bring:

• Demonstrated experience in financial advisory, costing, or transformation roles within government or consulting environments.
• Strong analytical and commercial mindset
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency in financial modelling tools and Microsoft Excel
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality outcomes
• Expertise in interpreting complex financial standards and frameworks