Finance Business Partner

About the Role

Join a respected FMCG company with an extensive manufacturing presence, collaborating closely with the Site Leadership Team. This senior finance position involves partnering with the Plant Manager and operational teams to deliver commercial insight and financial leadership, guiding the plant's performance and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver financial insights across diverse functions including manufacturing, procurement, logistics, engineering, HR, and production planning.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and leadership team to evaluate performance and align with the site’s strategic objectives.
• Advise and influence senior stakeholders on financial and operational decisions.
• Lead monthly site financial close processes, reporting, analysis, and forecasting.
• Manage and develop the site’s finance team.
• Oversee standard product costing methods for new products, variants, line extensions, and trials.
• Control annual budgets and monthly forecasting efforts.
• Provide financial control, guidance, and support to key internal stakeholders.
• Administer CAPEX planning, project approvals, forecasting, and financial reporting.
• Ensure integrity, accuracy, and control of site finance records.
• Identify and drive initiatives to enhance financial and operational performance.

Benefits

• Opportunity to join a national FMCG leader, impact operational decisions, and lead change for improved business outcomes.
• Become a vital member of the Site Leadership Team, partnering closely with senior operations leaders.
• Gain substantial exposure to manufacturing, commercial, and operational finance activities.
• A stable full-time permanent role offering salary up to $150,000 plus superannuation.
• Convenient Western Sydney location with ample onsite parking.
• Access to considerable perks including product discounts, health insurance, and novated leases.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Experienced finance professional with a background in FMCG or manufacturing sectors.
• Proven ability to partner and influence senior operational stakeholders, preferably within manufacturing or production environments.
• Strong skills in stakeholder engagement, communication, and negotiation.
• Confidence to challenge and collaborate across departments to foster business improvements.
• Sharp commercial insight, capable of translating financial data into actionable strategies.
• Proficiency in manufacturing finance and product costing methodologies.
• Expertise in budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, and analytical tasks.
• Mandatory experience with SAP and advanced Microsoft Excel capabilities.