Finance Business Partner - Commercial Finance

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.

<h3>About the role</h3>

In this role, you’ll be at the heart of financial performance and strategic decision-making. You’ll lead key reporting and forecasting processes, support commercial initiatives, and drive continuous improvement in financial insights. 

• Deliver high-impact financial reporting and insights that elevate performance visibility and enable strategic decision-making.
• Provide commercial finance support for key initiatives, including project evaluations and funding approvals that unlock growth opportunities.
• Support development of key reporting dashboards to enable quicker decision making and data driven insights on brand performance.
• Own leadership reporting packs for forums such as Commercial Leadership Team meetings, and Quarterly Business Reviews.
• Drive alignment across senior stakeholders, including GMs, Heads of, SFMs, FBPs, and project leads, to ensure cohesive financial strategy and execution.
• Lead Cost of Doing Business (CODB) forecasting and monthly actuals reviews to ensure financial accuracy and drive cost discipline across the business.

<h3>About you and your skill</h3>

You’re a commercially astute finance professional who combines technical expertise with strategic thinking to influence outcomes and unlock value. You thrive in dynamic environments, translating complex data into clear, actionable insights that drive business performance.


You will also have:

• A CA, CPA, or equivalent finance qualification.
• Experience working in fast-paced sectors such as retail, FMCG, or other dynamic commercial environments.
• Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders.
• A proven ability to drive business change through financial insights and strategic partnering.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and deliver meaningful commercial recommendations.
• Expertise in developing and presenting impactful financial reports that support informed decision-making.
• Demonstrated ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance business outcomes.

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: 167364

Employment Type: Full time

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