Operations Finance Business Partner - 3M FTC

Job title : Operations Finance Business Partner - 3M FTC
Location : Parramatta
Job type : Contract or Temp
Salary : $150000.00 - $170000.00 + Super (Pro-rata)
Contact name : Samantha Tan
Contact email : stan@sharpandcarter.com.au
Job reference : ST1708756
We are partnering with a leading Australian FMCG manufacturer to appoint an Operations Finance Business Partner at one of their largest and most complex production sites. This is a high-impact leadership role supporting a flagship manufacturing operation. You’ll act as a true business partner to operations, driving financial performance, cost control, and strategic decision-making.
  
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead site finance activities and manage the Manufacturing Accountant
  • Partner closely with the Site GM and operations leadership team
  • Drive a strong commercial mindset and continuous improvement culture
  • Own month-end processes, variance analysis, and reporting insights
  • Deliver budgets, forecasts, and strategic planning cycles
  • Provide actionable insights to both site and corporate stakeholders
  • Manage conversion costs, standard costing, and cost recovery
  • Oversee product costing, BOMs, and cost roll-ups
  • Support NPD with cost and capacity analysis
  • Lead value creation initiatives from ideation through to execution
  • Support CAPEX planning and investment decision-making
  • Provide financial modelling and analysis to improve site performance
  • Ensure integrity of financial data, inventory, and balance sheet reconciliations
  
About You
  • CA/CPA qualified with a degree in Finance or Accounting
  • 5+ years experience in a similar Ops FBP role in an FMCG, manufacturing environment
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels
  • Hands-on, proactive, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
  • Advanced Excel skills; experience with Power BI and QAD desirable
  • A natural leader who can coach, challenge, and drive outcomes


How to Apply:
To apply, please click on the appropriate link below. For a confidential discussion, please contact Samantha Tan at stan@sharpandcarter.com.au