Benefits

• CBD location
• Hybrid flexible working
• Phone allowance

About the company

This company is a global brand possessing an envious business model within the FMCG industry. They are seeking an ambitious Commercial Analyst who wants to cross-collaborate and drive the finance function to the next level. Bonus, you get amazing perks in a fun industry!

About the role

The Senior Commercial Analyst is a key business role partnering directly with senior management across multiple divisions reporting directly to the Head of Finance. In this hands-on role you will partner with a range of business units to setup a best in class function and help deliver strategic goals in a competitive market.

The Opportunity

Planning & Analysis

• Support monthly and annual budgeting and forecasting cycles
• Provide ongoing budget monitoring, insights and variance commentary
• Analyse daily, weekly and quarterly performance to inform forward planning

Commercial Business Partnering

• Partner with Sales, Marketing and Supply Chain teams to support growth initiatives
• Provide financial analysis on pricing strategies and trade investment programs
• Support A&P budget development, management and tracking
• Contribute to new product development (NPD) processes with financial modelling and forecasting
• Deliver scenario analysis and commercial modelling to inform key business decisions
• Drive data-led decision making to support sustainable growth

Financial Reporting & Results

• Manage the end-to-end month-end process including accruals, reporting, variance analysis and balance sheet reconciliations
• Support statutory reporting, governance and audit requirements
• Prepare management presentations highlighting performance, metrics, trends and growth opportunities

Financial Operations

• Oversee invoice processing, receipt accruals, purchase order and contract register management
• Support Order-to-Cash processes
• Prepare monthly GST returns and weekly Excise returns

About You

• CA / CPA / CIMA qualified with 3+ years post-qualification experience
• FMCG experience preferred
• Strong commercial business partner
• Advanced Excel and financial modelling skills
• ERP and PowerBI experience
• Budgeting, forecasting and performance analysis expertise
• Highly analytical, detail-oriented and deadline-driven
• Confident communicator who turns data into actionable insights
• Proactive, adaptable and comfortable in a fast-growth environment

To Apply

To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact Tom Clarke at TClarke@sharpandcarter.com.au