Business Analyst, Coles Financial Services

We’ve been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with over 115,000 team members and a portfolio of iconic brands. At Coles Group, you’ll not only get to make a difference to millions of Aussie lives—you’ll also get to see your impact.

About the team

Our Finance team are a vital partner in every aspect of our business, providing commercial insights to drive our success and influence everything we do. With presence in every department, we analyse performance, and deliver actionable insights that shape our strategic decisions.

About the role 

We have a great opportunity for an experienced Finance Business Analyst to join our Coles Financial Services (CFS) Team. This role will provide financial and commercial support to the CFS business (Consumer Lending, Insurance and Payment Services) through reporting, reconciliation and analysis, budgeting, forecasting and more. 

 
You’ll also;

• Proactively automate, simplify and improve business operational reporting tools to provide greater insights to Finance and CFS stakeholders, and enable quicker and more effective decision making
• Be aware of broader CFS strategic goals and ensure reporting and forecasting adequately captures & aligns metrics to measure both strategic & operational performance
• Preparation of month-end financial reporting, reconciliation and analysis, as well as supporting budget, forecast and planning cycles, in partnership with Group Financial Accounting
• Provide financial support for the development and launch of new businesses/product lines, as well as capital related business cases and submissions

 
About you and your skills 

  
Ideally, you will have experience working with complex organisations, financial services or FMCG/retail, and are confident simplifying complex financial information for financial and non-financial stakeholders. Sharp commercial skills, a growth mindset and curiosity will set you up for success in this role.

You’ll also have: 

• CA/CPA (or similar) qualified 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high pressure and challenging environment
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
• Previous experience in preparing, understanding and analysing financial information to support management decision making
• Proficiency in using the Microsoft Office suite, including advanced Excel skills
• Experience working with SAP and TM1 preferable
   

What’s in it for you?

• Flexible working options: We know that work is only one part of your life, so we actively encourage a positive work-life balance and provide hybrid working options to help you achieve it.
• Office perks: Take advantage of our gym facility and fitness classes, free parking, BBQ area, mini-Coles supermarket, fooderie hub where you can sample new products before they hit the shelves, school holiday program and so much more when you come in.
• Discounts: Eligible team members receive 5% discount all year round on your Supermarket and Liquor online and in-store purchases. We also offer additional periods of double discount (10%) at various times throughout the year. As well as hotdeals exclusive to team members that translate into additional savings.
• Reward through recognition: Give and receive recognition, linked to our Coles values, through our digital recognition platform ‘mythanks’. You can accumulate points to redeem in the online shop for exciting gifts and electronic gift cards from an extensive range of retailers.
• Opportunities for learning and development: No matter where you start within our diverse business, you’ll have experiences, exposure, and education to satisfy you. Discover and explore a variety of career development programs and job-specific training.
• Paid parental leave: We understand how important your life outside work is and offer permanent team members paid parental leave to support you in balancing work and family.
• Investment in your future: Our annual team member share plan offer allows eligible team members to make regular pre-tax salary sacrifice deductions to purchase Coles Group shares.

About the recruitment process

We’re continuing to build a gender equitable team, and a culture that is just as diverse, inclusive and welcoming as the communities we serve. We are committed to creating a workplace that is safe and respectful for our team. We encourage applications from people of all ages, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.

We’re happy to adjust our recruitment process to support candidates with disability. For further information and additional contact details visit the ‘Our Recruitment Process’ section of our careers site or email inclusionrecruitment@coles.com.au

Job ID: 146573

Employment Type: Full time

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