FP& A Manager- 12 Month fixed term contract
12-month FTC with direct CFO & executive exposure
Own budgeting, forecasting & commercial insights
High-impact role in fast-paced operational environment
FP&A; Manager (12-Month FTC) Melbourne Western Suburbs | Manufacturing & Operational Environment
A highly respected, privately-owned Australian business is seeking an experienced and commercially astute FP&A; Manager to join its finance leadership team on a 12-month fixed-term contract (parental leave cover).
Operating in a complex, multi-entity environment with national operations, this organisation is recognised for its strong market position, operational excellence, and customer-centric approach. With a workforce of ~200 employees and revenues circa $100M, the business offers a dynamic and hands-on workplace where finance plays a critical role in enabling performance and growth.
The Opportunity Reporting directly to the Chief Financial Officer, this role sits at the intersection of strategy, operations, and finance, with a mandate to enhance financial visibility, improve decision-making, and drive commercial outcomes across the organisation.
You will work closely with the Executive Leadership Team and operational stakeholders, providing clear, actionable insights into performance, while identifying risks and opportunities to support sustainable growth.
This is a high-impact, hands-on leadership role suited to someone who enjoys being both strategic and detail-oriented—equally comfortable building financial models and influencing senior leaders on business performance.
Key Accountabilities Financial Planning & Forecasting
Own and lead the end-to-end annual budgeting process across multiple business units
Manage quarterly reforecasts and rolling forecasts, ensuring accuracy and alignment with operational drivers
Develop and maintain weekly cash flow forecasts, improving short- and medium-term liquidity visibility
Identify and clearly articulate key risks, sensitivities, and performance drivers
Management Reporting & Performance Insights
Deliver high-quality monthly management reporting packs (Board and Executive level)
Provide insightful variance analysis, commentary, and forward-looking recommendations




Monitor and track key KPIs, including revenue, margin, cost base, productivity, and working capital
Continuously improve the clarity, relevance, and impact of reporting outputs
Commercial Analysis & Decision Support
Conduct deep-dive profitability analysis across products, customers, business units, and projects
Build robust financial models, scenario planning, and sensitivity analysis
Support capital investment decisions, funding requirements, and asset financing processes
Provide data-driven insights to optimise margin performance and operational efficiency
Business Partnering
Act as a trusted advisor to operational and functional leaders
Challenge assumptions and drive accountability for financial outcomes
Translate financial data into practical, actionable commercial insights
Support initiatives to improve cost control, pricing, ROI, and business performance
Systems, Process & Continuous Improvement
Drive improvements across planning, forecasting, and reporting processes
Enhance data integrity, governance, and system capability
Support ongoing development of ERP and BI tools
Champion a culture of continuous improvement within the finance function.
The Environment
This role operates within a fast-paced, operationally focused business, where finance partners closely with manufacturing, supply chain, and commercial teams.
Highly collaborative, site-based environment with strong stakeholder engagement
Exposure to the operational core of the business
Culture built on accountability, respect, and continuous improvement
A leadership team that values practical, solutions-focused thinking.
About You
You are a commercially minded FP&A; leader who thrives in an environment where you can influence outcomes and see the direct impact of your work on business performance.
Experience & Qualifications




Degree in Accounting, Finance, Commerce, or related discipline
CA / CPA qualified (or equivalent)
5-8+ years' experience in FP&A;, commercial finance, or management accounting
Strong track record in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting in complex environments
Advanced Excel and financial modelling capability
Technical & Industry Exposure (Highly Regarded)
Experience within manufacturing, logistics, industrial, or operational businesses
Exposure to ERP systems and BI platforms (e.g. Power BI, Tableau, TM1, Adaptive)
Experience working in multi-entity or asset-intensive businesses
Key Capabilities
Strong commercial acumen and business partnering capability
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and modelling skills
Ability to simplify complex financial data into clear insights
Strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills
High attention to detail with a strategic mindset
Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
Why This Role?
Opportunity to step into a key finance leadership role with visibility across the entire business
Direct exposure to CFO and Executive Leadership Team
Ability to shape financial processes and influence strategic decisions
Dynamic, operationally rich environment where finance drives real outcomes
Flexibility around start/finish times while maintaining a strong on-site presence
Location
Melbourne (Western Suburbs)
Site-based role with flexibility in working hours
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📌 Fp& A Manager- 12 Month Fixed Term Contract (Victoria)
🏢 Miller Leith
📍 Victoria