Finance Business Partner, Capability, Data & Sourcing Sustainability

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 

Reporting into the Transformation & Commercial Delivery team, this role will work in partnership with the Head of Capability & Supplier Engagement, Head of Commercial Data, and Head of Commercial Sustainability & Delivery to deliver data-lead financial storytelling and insights, commercial capability and sustainability goals. 

You will also;  

• Establish robust finance operation processes, governance, and controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency, strengthening our financial foundation
• Prepare period end reporting, explaining variances to budget/forecasts and identifying key trends, risks and opportunities
• Support business planning/forecasting models and reporting tools to assist the business in completing accurate and timely periodic forecasting
• Provide financial support for the development of initiatives, project related business cases (capital/operating expenses) and submissions
• Identify and implement continuous improvement by automating and simplifying financial processes and analysis

  
About you and your skills 

We are looking for a dynamic Finance Business Partner with a continuous improvement mindset and track record of execution. This role is best suited to someone with experience working with complex organisations, and confident simplifying complex financial information for financial and stakeholders.

You will also have; 

• CA/CPA or equivalent and relevant tertiary qualification desirable
• Experience creating and implementing trade plans
• Experience in a finance role, ideally in retail/FMCG and/or a fast-paced environment
• Experience producing and presenting insightful commercial and financial reports, and making recommendations

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: 141363

Employment Type: Full time

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