From household staples like Old El Paso, Betty Crocker, and Häagen-Dazs, to the trusted goodness of Nature Valley and Latina Fresh, General Mills is woven into the everyday lives of millions of Australian families. Their portfolio reflects a deep understanding of consumer trends, convenience and great taste, without compromising on quality.
General Mills Australia is consistently recognised, not just internally but across respected external frameworks, for being a top-tier employer.
- Voted Top Australian Employer
- “Great Place to Work® Certification” - Certified for 6 consecutive years
Reporting to the Finance Director, you will be a member of the AUNZ Finance Leadership Team, working in close partnership with the Senior Leadership Team and collaborating across the broader finance and commercial networks in the European and North Asian regions at General Mills.
More specifically, your key responsibilities will include:
- Lead a High-Performing Team – Coach and guide three Senior Business Analysts, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture.
- Be a Trusted Business Partner – Work closely with ANZ commercial leaders to provide financial insight and shape strategic decisions.
- Own the Numbers – Drive budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling to support business objectives.
- Track & Improve Performance – Monitor KPIs, analyse variances, and recommend corrective actions.
- Deliver Strategic Insights – Support investment decisions and scenario planning with deep financial analysis.
- Streamline & Innovate – Drive process improvements and leverage tech to enhance efficiency.
- Ensure Financial Integrity – Uphold compliance and strong internal controls.
- Tackle Ad-Hoc Challenges – Respond to senior leadership requests with sharp, data-led insights.
- CA/CPA
- Degree in Finance, Accounting, or similar; postgrad (MBA/CPA/CA) preferred
- 8–10+ years in FP&A, including 3–5 in leadership
- Proven people leader with a track record of building high-performing teams
- Strong grasp of financial principles, budgeting, and forecasting
- Advanced Excel and modelling skills; ERP experience (SAP/Oracle) a plus
- Clear, confident communicator across all levels
- Sharp analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills
- Adaptable, collaborative, and thrives in fast-paced environments
- Experience in a multinational setting, ideally in ANZ markets
The first thing you’ll notice is that 99% of our team say when you join the company, you are made to feel welcome and 92% say and they are proud to tell others they work for General Mills! These are just a couple of the reasons why we have been certified as a Great Place to Work for the last 5 consecutive years, and why we were named one of the Best Workplaces for Woman for the second time in 2025!
What’s in it for you?
Aside from working for some of the best leaders in FMCG in Australia, in a Certified Great Place to Work®, and one of the Best Workplaces for Women® in Australia, we offer;
- A half-day every Friday for our people to focus on their wellbeing and balance
- Further training and development opportunities
- Free on-site parking
- Access to world class learning & development programs
- 1:1 mentoring with our best upcoming leaders
- Best practise workplace flexibility
- An inclusive workplace where you belong!
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Will Nichols at wnichols@sharpandcarter.com.au
