FP&A Analyst

About Us

Glitch Productions is an independent animation studio based in Australia making original, long form animated shows distributed on Youtube. Our channel has over 22 million subscribers, tens of millions of views per episode and is still growing strong. Our studio is filled with incredibly talented and passionate artists that are determined to change the way animation is produced and treated in the industry. Our biggest IP; Digital Circus, has amassed over 350 million views on the pilot alone and we have a lot more still to come.

Role Information

We are seeking a commercially focused and hand-on FP&A professional to support budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis and business performance.

The role reports to the Head of Finance and work closely with broader business teams to provide insights that drive growth and profitability.

The role also supports the wider Finance team and contributes to process improvement and team development.

Your Duties Will Include

We're seeking a commercially focused, hands-on FP&A professional to drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis. Reporting to the Head of Finance, you'll work closely with business teams to deliver insights that support growth and profitability, while contributing to broader Finance team development and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Planning & Forecasting

Partner with Production and Development leads to prepare budgets, forecasts, and rolling forecasts (revenue, margin, opex, EBITDA, cash flow)Analyse actuals vs. budget/forecast, identifying key drivers, risks, and opportunitiesBuild financial models and scenario analysis to support strategic decisions

Commercial & E-Commerce Analysis

Analyse sales, profitability, and margin by product, channel, customer, and market; monitor E-Commerce KPIs (revenue, repeat purchase rate)Support pricing, promotional, and discount strategy through financial modellingAnalyse fulfilment, shipping, payment gateway, marketplace, and marketing/advertising costs against ROI

Inventory & Working Capital

Partner with Operations/Supply Chain on inventory forecasting and valuationAnalyse inventory turnover, ageing, and slow-moving stock

Reporting & Business Partnering

Prepare monthly management reports and present financial/commercial insights to senior leadershipTranslate complex financial data into clear, actionable recommendations for non-finance stakeholdersSupport forecasting for business expansion (e.g. First-Party Retail, video games, new product lines)

Systems & Process Improvement

Manage and optimise Xero, Shopify, PayPal, A2X and related financial/e-commerce system integrationsAutomate recurring reporting; identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve data accuracySupport broader Finance team (AP, AR, payroll) as needed and share knowledge/training on systems and processes

Team, Collaboration & Finance Support

Support other finance team members, including Financial Accountant, AP, AR and payroll functions, when requiredProvide training, coaching and knowledge sharing to Finance team members on financial processes, systems, reporting and analytical tools

A Successful Candidate Will Have

Degree in Accounting and FinanceCPA or CA qualified, or currently pursuing CPA/CA qualification4+ years’ experience in financial and management accounting, FP&AStrong understanding of P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, budgeting & forecasting , and financial analysisStrong Excel skills, including financial modelling, data analysis and reportingAttention to details and ability to investigate discrepancies and identify financial analysis

Bonus Skills

Experience in E-Commerce, retails, consumer productsHand-on experience with Xero, Shopify, PayPal, A2X, or Airtable Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.Strong stakeholder management and time management skills.An understanding or experience with the arts, animation, gaming, and/or ‘internet nerd’ culture.Be extremely organized and have a strong work ethic.Engaging personality and willingness to learn.Positive, go-getter attitude with a passion for making things.

What We Offer

A competitive starting salary with reviews every 6 months.A flexible work arrangement and schedule, with options for work from home and flexi-hours.A casual and fun office environment where individual input is valued.Regular work functions and free entry to conventions and events.Close to public transport in the heart of Parramatta CBD.Paid for gym memberships.Regular company breakfasts/lunches.A diverse team that values independent input and career development.

Our values

Glitch Productions Has An Art-first Mindset. Regardless Of Which Team We’re In, Every Single Team Member’s Core Mission Is To Create The Best Art Possible, And Delight Our Audience That Has Given Us So Much. We Achieve This Mission Through Our Values

Passion: First and foremost, every team member has a passion for the work we do and why we do it. It’s what allows us to contribute our creative energy, pitch new concepts, and give everything we make a personal touch that resonates with our fans.

Innovation: From cobbling together sets in a living room, to inventing new pipelines using breakthrough technology, we have always had a focus on innovation and new ideas. We always try to push the boundaries of our industry and keep things fresh and exciting for both the team and our audience.

Teamwork: Animation takes a big team of incredibly talented people and everyone is always ready to pitch in and lend a hand. We believe that our diversity and range of skills are what allows us to create works none of us could do on our own.

Integrity: Our integrity is the heart of our core mission. It’s what allows us to do right for our projects and for each other.

At Glitch Productions, we’re passionate about fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace that reflects our values as a creative studio.

We hire based on skills, passion and potential, and celebrate the diverse perspectives that make our team stronger. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, gender identities, ages, educational backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

Simply put, if you’re a good person and share our passion for animation, we want to hear from you!