Assistant Manager

About Us 

McGrathNicol is a specialist Advisory and Restructuring firm, helping businesses improve performance, manage risk, and achieve stability and growth. Guided by our values of Understanding, Commitment, and Impact, we are high-performing, client-focused, and proud of our collegiate culture. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we are committed to attracting and retaining exceptional talent. 

The Opportunity 

We are currently seeking an Assistant Manager with a passion for all things data to join our National Data Analytics team in Brisbane. The team brings together expertise across computer science, mathematics, statistics, econometrics, and financial accounting to deliver practical, data-driven solutions. We apply a structured analytics approach to convert complex inputs into clear, actionable outcomes for clients and stakeholder. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead end‑to‑end data analytics engagements, from data acquisition and preparation through to analysis, insight generation and client‑ready outputs across a range of matters. 
• Design and oversee robust analytical models (diagnostic, descriptive and prescriptive) that support decision‑making, risk identification and quantification of financial outcomes. 
• Apply advanced analytics to payroll and workforce matters, including underpayment identification, payroll recalculation support, exception analysis and remediation insights. 
• Translate complex business, operational and pay‑rule requirements into defensible analytical logic, ensuring assumptions, calculations and outputs are transparent and auditable. 
• Direct rigorous data quality, completeness and validation processes, identifying issues early and driving remediation of data gaps, inconsistencies and limitations. 
• Develop clear, compelling dashboards and reporting (e.g. Power BI) that communicate trends, risks, progress and outcomes to senior and non‑technical stakeholders. 
• Partner with clients and engagement leads to structure workstreams, communicate findings and contribute practical, outcomes‑focused recommendations. 
• Coach and review junior team members, maintaining high technical and quality standards while building capability across analytics and payroll remediation delivery. 

About You 

• You bring a methodical, logical approach to problem‑solving, underpinned by strong quantitative and analytical capability. 
• You have a hands‑on, curious and inquisitive mindset, with a genuine interest in understanding how data behaves and how insights drive outcomes. 
• You demonstrate a strong grounding across the data analytics lifecycle, including data collection, cleansing, modelling and visualisation. 
• You are comfortable working with large and complex datasets, with a strong attention to detail and the ability to derive accurate, defensible insights. 
• You have experience using analytics and programming tools such as Alteryx, Python, SQL or similar technologies. 
• You are familiar with data visualisation platforms (e.g. Power BI, Tableau) and can communicate insights clearly to technical and non‑technical stakeholders. 
• You understand how to plan and manage multiple workstreams concurrently, meeting deadlines while maintaining high quality standards. 
• You hold a Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in a STEM‑related discipline, and have a strong interest in applying analytics across advisory, forensic, payroll and workforce‑related matters. 
• Experience in a consulting or professional services environment is beneficial, but not essential. 

At McGrathNicol, you’ll thrive in an empowering environment where your expertise drives real impact. We offer a competitive annual bonus program, alongside exceptional training and career development opportunities. Our inclusive culture fosters growth through personalised mentorship. You’ll also benefit from comprehensive support such as 26 weeks parental leave, additional leave options, employee assistance, health and wellbeing programs, and opportunities for social and community engagement. Join us and be part of a team that values your contributions and supports your success. 

Interested? 

If you're ready to make a lasting impact and grow your career, apply today to join our dynamic team at McGrathNicol. For more information, please contact our national HR team at HR@mcgrathnicol.com.