Business Analyst, Retail Manufacturing

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 Store Development Team. This role will see you supporting the Finance Manager to drive strong commercial decision making, aiding through accurate and efficient reporting on inventory performance, production, manufacturing cost, and management packs.
 
You’ll also;

• Review and analyse site financial P&L performance with specific focus on direct raw material & labour costs
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of inventory performance, including waste streams tracking; working capital & obsolescence risk; purchase price variances and associated manufacturing cost management
• Ensuring accuracy and validity of financial metrics & KPIs reported by operational teams 
• Maintaining strong financial controls and robust practices including relevant balance sheet reconciliations, master data reviews and update of standards
• Assist with statutory reporting in line with Coles reporting guidelines
• Assist with the completion of Management reporting pack
• Assist with the annual and periodic financial planning cycle for the site (timely and accurate planning, budgeting and forecasting
• Ad-hoc analysis and/or modelling to support decision making by Site Leadership teams

 
About you and your skills 

 
You will be able to provide key analytical support and work collaboratively with the Retail Manufacturing team, providing both support and challenge to ensure the best possible business outcomes. Ideally, you will have experience working in an FMCG or food manufacturing environment, or mid-tier firms working with similar clients.

You’ll also have: 

• Experience in a manufacturing accountant or cost accountant role beneficial, but not essential
• Advanced management reporting skills
• Proficient systems experience with advanced financial modelling skills
• Able to identify key information and communicate in a concise and impactful way, both verbal and written (email, Word, PowerPoint)
• Solid understand of financial statements and key financial metrics
   

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: 142801

Employment Type: Full time

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