We are currently partnering with an ASX-listed FMCG market leader. Off the back of strong year-on-year growth, they are now seeking a Commercial Analyst to support their operations team with data-driven insights. Starting ASAP, this is an excellent opportunity for an analytical and proactive professional who thrives on business partnering with operations and senior stakeholders to drive commercial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with business leads to support delivery of the strategy and in-year plans and to improve process and business performance based on the direction set by the Head of Finance and B&M Leadership team. 
• Owner of monthly and quarterly close requirements, including financial results and variance analysis, generating actionable insights and performance reporting.
• Involved in the quarterly forecasting process, supporting delivery of the annual operating plan process, including acting as the lead on the Headcount and Overhead tools.
• Proactively drive an environment of continuous improvement with stakeholders to identify and drive process change. Define solutions to automate and improve reporting, amplify the use of automated reports.
• Adhoc reporting. 

  
Skills and Experience:

• Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in commercial or financial analysis, ideally in a manufacturing, FMCG, or supply chain-driven business.
• CA/CPA qualified, or close to qualifying. 
• Strong Excel, Power BI and ERP experience (SAP, JDE, Oracle) highly regarded.
• Excellent communication and business partnering skills - able to simplify the numbers and influence non-finance stakeholder.

To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Greta at gshelton@sharpandcarter.com.au