An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Business Partner to join a leading manufacturing business undergoing significant transformation and growth. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role will operate as a true second-in-command within the finance function, providing a blend of commercial partnering, financial control, FP&A; and operational finance support.

The Prospect

You'll have ownership across a range of responsibilities including:

- Business partnering with operational and manufacturing stakeholders
- Cost of sales, inventory and manufacturing finance analysis
- Budgeting, forecasting and financial modelling
- Month-end close and management reporting responsibilities
- Financial controls, compliance and audit support
- Variance analysis and performance reporting
- Process improvement, automation and reporting enhancements
- Supporting business transformation and finance optimisation initiatives





About You We're looking for a commercially minded finance professional who can comfortably operate across both business partnering and technical finance responsibilities. You will ideally bring:
- Proven Finance Business Partnering experience
- Experience in manufacturing, operations, supply chain or product-based environments
- Strong FP&A; and financial modelling capabilities
- Experience managing cost of sales and inventory-related reporting
- Solid grounding in financial accounting, GL management and month-end close
- Audit, controls and compliance experience
- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
- A proactive, accountable and solutions-focused mindset
- Interest in automation, AI and finance technology improvements

Working Environment
- Melbourne-based position
- Five days per week in the office
- Flexibility around working hours
- Fast-paced environment with busy month-end periods
- Immediate start

To apply, click on the appropriate link. For a confidential discussion, contact Greta Shelton at [email protected]

📌 Finance Business partner (Melbourne)
🏢 Sharp u0026 Carter
📍 Melbourne