The Commercial Analyst role, based in Thomastown within FMCG industry, focuses on providing financial insights to support strategic decision-making. This permanent position offers the prospect to partner with key stakeholders and provide insights that drive performance and growth.

A Melbourne-based success story in the FMCG space. This role sits within the finance team and focuses on delivering commercial insights, analysis, and reporting to support business objectives.

Description

- Prepare financial and commercial analysis to support decision-making.
- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities.
- Develop and maintain reporting dashboards and performance metrics.
- Provide variance analysis and commentary on business performance.
- Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business.
- Support month-end reporting and management reporting processes.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and enhanced reporting.
- Contribute to strategic initiatives and business case development.
- Provide recommendations to optimise profitability and cost efficiency.

Profile





A successful Commercial Analyst should have:

- A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field and a CA/CPA or equivalent qualification.
- Experience in commercial finance, FP&A;, management accounting, or analysis.
- Proven analytical and financial modelling skills.
- Strong proficiency in financial systems and tools, such as Excel, PowerBi, and ERP platforms.
- Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively and build relationships with non-finance stakeholders.
- A keen eye for detail and a problem-solving mindset.
- Experience in the FMCG or retail industry is advantageous, but this role is open to first time movers with strong modelling skills.

Job Offer

- Competitive salary package.
- Permanent, full-time position based in Thomastown with great opportunities for progression.
- Flexibility and hybrid working 3/2.
- Opportunities to work on key financial strategies within the FMCG industry.
- A high-impact role that influences commercial decisions.

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