Commercial Analyst
Gather and analyse data to build financial models and provide insights.
Job opportunities
-
Jobs in SEEK right nowJob growth
-
5-year projectionSalary
-
Typical salaryJob satisfaction
-
Job opportunities
-
Jobs in SEEK right nowSalary
-
Typical salaryJob growth
-
5-year projectionJob satisfaction
-
On this page
- What's it like to be a Commercial Analyst?
- How to become a Commercial Analyst
- Latest Commercial Analyst jobs
- Top skills and experience for Commercial Analysts
- Is Commercial Analyst the right role for you?
- Commercial Analyst role reviews
What's it like to be a Commercial Analyst?
Commercial Analysts are responsible for gathering financial and operational data about an organisation, and providing assessments and analysis of the data. Commercial Analysts sit within the finance team of a company and assist in driving the positive financial direction of a company.
Tasks and duties
- Financial modelling.
- Preparing budgets and monthly or quarterly forecasting.
- Undertaking competitor analysis.
- Providing support to business leadership team.
- Using data to create narratives and stories to help inform decision-making.
- Writing analyses and distributing or presenting to key stakeholders.
- Identifying business improvement opportunities and efficiencies.
How to become a Commercial Analyst
Commercial Analysts are usually required to be CPA/CA qualified accounting professionals, or be working towards their accreditation.
- Complete an undergraduate degree majoring in Accounting. You’ll need to complete an approved degree in order to apply for accreditation as a Chartered Account or Certified Practising Accounting.
- Look for employment opportunities as a Junior Commercial Analyst to gain experience while completing your studies.
Compare your salary
Find out how your salary compares with the average salary for Commercial Analysts.Latest Commercial Analyst jobs on SEEK
Be one of the first to discover these recently listed jobs, or browse all Commercial Analyst jobs on SEEK right now.Did you find this helpful?
Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Commercial Analyst employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Financial Modelling
Forecasting
Microsoft Power BI
Accounting
Budgeting
Analytical Thinking
Business Partnership
Certified Public / Practising Accountant Qualification
Microsoft Excel
Commerce
Source: SEEK job ads and SEEK Profile data
Did you find this helpful?
Latest Commercial Analyst reviews
Jun 2024
As a Senior Commercial Analyst, my experience has been a dynamic blend of data-driven insights, strategic decision-making, and continuous learning, shaping business outcomes in a fast-paced environment.
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Business Administration
ExperienceLess than a year
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationSport & Recreation
The good things The Commercial Analyst role involves a fascinating blend of data analysis, financial modeling, and market research. Here are some aspects to consider:
Enjoyable Aspects:
1. Strategic Impact: Commerc...
The challengesWhile the Commercial Analyst role offers exciting challenges, there are a few aspects that can be less enjoyable:
1. Repetitive Tasks: Some routine data processing or report generation can become mon...
Read more
Apr 2025
It is interesting, challenging, rewarding but also too relying on market condition
Reviewer's QualificationMaster of Accounting
Experience1 – 4 years
Organisation sizeLarge (200+ employees)
SpecialisationMining, Resources & Energy
The good thingsFlexibility and working with different people and in different Projects
The challengesit can be very political and the industry is going through a down cycle
Read more
Share insights on your current role.
Help people decide if your job is right for them - it only takes a few minutes.Source: SEEK role reviews
SEEK has not verified the truth or accuracy of these comments and does not adopt or endorse any of the comments posted on this page.SEEK collects and posts the comments for what they are worth and for information purposes only to assist candidates to find employment through www.seek.com.au
