Accounting Business Analyst - WFH

About the Role

You will work closely with practice leadership to drive financial performance, streamline operations, and support the continued growth of our dental services business.

1. Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare, analyse, and present monthly management accounts, P&L statements, cash flow reports, and variance analyses
• Develop and maintain financial models to support budgeting, forecasting, and strategic planning cycles
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) specific to dental and medical practice operations (e.g., chair utilisation, patient revenue per visit, debtor days)
• Identify financial trends, risks, and opportunities, and present findings to senior leadership with clear recommendations

1. Microsoft Power BI & Data Visualisation

• Design, build, and maintain interactive Power BI dashboards and reports that provide real-time visibility into practice financial and operational performance
• Connect Power BI to accounting platforms (Xero, MYOB) and practice management systems to create seamless, automated data pipelines
• Develop DAX measures, calculated columns, and data models within Power BI to support complex analytical requirements
• Train and support practice staff in the use of Power BI reporting tools

1. Accounting Systems – Xero & MYOB

• Have experience in managing day-to-day accounting operations within Xero and/or MYOB, including general ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and chart of accounts management
• Administer integrations between Xero/MYOB and third-party systems including practice management software (e.g., Core Practice, Dental4Web, Mediasuite, Cliniko)
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across all accounting platforms and downstream reports

1. Business Partnering & Process Improvement

• Partner with practice managers and clinical leads to understand operational drivers and translate them into financial insights
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance the efficiency of financial reporting workflows
• Assist with investment appraisals, new service line analysis, and equipment procurement decisions
• Support compliance requirements including payroll tax, workers compensation reporting, and ATO obligations

Qualifications & Experience:

1. Essential

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills – able to present financial data to non-financial stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related discipline
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in a business analyst, management accountant, or finance analyst role
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Power BI, including data modelling, DAX, and dashboard design
• Hands-on experience with Xero and/or MYOB in a professional accounting environment
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, Power Query, complex formulas)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail

1. Highly Desirable

• Experience in the dental, medical, or allied health industry (including familiarity with Medicare/DVA billing, item numbers, and practice revenue structures)
• CPA or CA qualification (or working towards)
• Experience with practice management software such as Core Practice, Dental4Web, Cliniko, Best Practice, or Mediasuite
• Knowledge of healthcare-specific financial metrics and benchmarking
• Familiarity with Power Automate, SharePoint, or Microsoft 365 ecosystem
• Reporting/analytics tools: Fathom