What’s on Offer
- High-visibility role reporting directly to divisional leadership with exposure to executive decision-making.
- The chance to act as a key lead for a $1bn+ division.
- Flexible working arrangements – work split across Sydney CBD and Western Sydney sites, with occasional interstate travel.
- Join a well-established Australian organisation with over 100 years of history and a strong focus on sustainability and the circular economy.
- Be part of a business that is investing in growth, performance, and transformation – offering scope to make a genuine impact.
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager – Commercial to join a large and established Australian industrial and manufacturing organisation. This is a pivotal role within the finance leadership team, taking on full P&L accountability for a $1bn+ division and directly managing a team of four highly experienced State Analysts located nationally.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Manager – Commercial to join a large and established Australian industrial and manufacturing organisation. This is a pivotal role within the finance leadership team, taking on full P&L accountability for a $1bn+ division and directly managing a team of four highly experienced State Analysts located nationally.
Reporting to the Divisional Finance Lead, this role will work closely with site managers, traders, and the executive team to drive financial performance, improve decision-making, and support the ongoing transformation of the business.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a high-performing team of four state-based finance analysts who partner closely with site leadership
- Full P&L ownership for a complex national division, ensuring accurate reporting, forecasting and business insights
- Partner with state managers and senior executives to influence strategy and performance outcomes
- Manage cashflow, working capital, and commercial governance, including exposure to hedging and FX for international sales
- Oversee the monthly management cycle and reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and insight
- Play a key role in business improvement initiatives, identifying opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency across finance and operations
- Support ongoing transformation projects and contribute to strategic initiatives to strengthen long-term performance
About You
To succeed in this role, you will be a senior finance professional who combines strong technical foundations with commercial leadership experience. You will have the confidence and gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and lead an experienced team while maintaining a hands-on, business-focused approach.
To succeed in this role, you will be a senior finance professional who combines strong technical foundations with commercial leadership experience. You will have the confidence and gravitas to influence senior stakeholders and lead an experienced team while maintaining a hands-on, business-focused approach.
- CA/CPA qualified (or equivalent).
- Proven background in commercial or operational finance in heavy industry, manufacturing, or industrial environments (essential).
- Strong track record of P&L management and business partnering with senior leadership.
- Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to coach, influence and engage a long-tenured and geographically dispersed team.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking capability, with an appetite for change and continuous improvement.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to build relationships across multiple states and sites.
How to Apply
If you are a commercially focused finance leader seeking a broad, challenging, and rewarding role where you can influence at the highest level, please submit your CV via the link below. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.
