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Our client is a market-leading business providing critical support to the Australian retail sector. Handling hundreds of millions of dollars in turnover, they are seeking a commercially sharp Finance Business Partner to take full financial ownership of the P&L for one of their large business units, based out of their Mulgrave office.
Job Responsibility
Act as the financial co-pilot to the operational leadership team
Own the P&L, drive profitability, and spearhead cost management initiatives
Commercial Partnering: Act as the virtual financial advisor to the General Manager and operational leaders, translating data into operational strategy
P&L Ownership: Take full accountability for the business unit performance and margin optimisation
Cost Management & Influence: Partner closely with remote operations to identify inefficiencies, champion cost-reduction initiatives, and influence stakeholders to adopt tighter financial discipline
Stakeholder Challenge: Confidently challenge operational spending and assumptions, holding remote stakeholders accountable to budgets
End-to-End FP&A: Lead the annual budgeting, monthly rolling forecasts, and variance analysis for the business unit
Requirements
Fully qualified CA, CPA, or international equivalent
Prior background in FMCG, Logistics, Supply Chain, or Retail is highly preferred
Proven track record managing large-scale P&Ls (hundreds of millions in turnover) with a history of delivering tangible cost savings
Strong capability in budgeting, forecasting, and financial modelling
Resilient, robust character with the ability to navigate difficult conversations, influence change, and drive cost-conscious behaviours remotely