Finance Analyst - $55ph - $65ph + Super

Leading Australian manufacturer seeks a commercially minded Finance Analyst to support business performance across finance and operations. Immediate start available. High-profile role with strong stakeholder engagement. 6-month contract with potential for extension.

Standout Bullets

• Established Australian manufacturing business with a strong national presence and continued growth trajectory
• $55ph - $65ph + Super | 6-Month Contract | Immediate Start Available
• Broad commercial exposure across Operations, Supply Chain and Senior Leadership teams

Job Description

Location: South West Sydney

Salary Package: $55ph - $65ph + Super

Role Highlights:
Join a well-established Australian manufacturing business undergoing continued growth and operational improvement initiatives. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this position will provide critical financial and commercial support across the organisation, partnering with key stakeholders to deliver meaningful insights and drive business performance. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a highly visible role where your analysis will directly influence decision-making.

Role Overview

Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, this Finance Analyst role will be responsible for delivering financial analysis, management reporting and commercial support across multiple areas of the business. On a monthly basis, you will prepare performance reports, analyse key financial results and provide commentary to support strategic decision-making. On a weekly basis, you will work alongside operational stakeholders to review business performance, identify trends and assist with forecasting activities. Daily responsibilities will include financial modelling, reporting and business partnering with leaders across the organisation.

This role will play an important part in helping the business improve visibility around financial performance and operational outcomes. You will contribute to budgeting and forecasting cycles, provide insight into manufacturing costs and inventory performance, and support improvement initiatives designed to enhance reporting capabilities and business efficiency. The position offers an excellent blend of analytical, commercial and stakeholder-facing responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly management reports, including detailed variance analysis and performance commentary
• Support budgeting, forecasting and reforecasting activities across the business
• Deliver financial modelling and scenario analysis to support strategic decision-making
• Analyse manufacturing costs, inventory performance and product profitability
• Partner with operational and commercial stakeholders to provide meaningful financial insights
• Monitor key performance indicators and identify risks and opportunities across the business
• Support month-end reporting and financial analysis requirements
• Assist with reporting automation and process improvement projects
• Prepare ad-hoc commercial analysis for senior management
• Provide recommendations to improve business performance and reporting outcomes

Candidate Profile

You are an experienced Finance Analyst, Commercial Analyst or Management Accountant who enjoys working closely with stakeholders and influencing decision-making through high-quality analysis. You are comfortable interpreting large volumes of data, identifying key trends and presenting meaningful insights to both finance and non-finance audiences. Ideally, you will hold CA or CPA qualifications, or be progressing towards completion.

You bring strong Excel and financial modelling capabilities, coupled with excellent communication skills and commercial acumen. Experience within manufacturing, FMCG, distribution or another product-based environment will be highly regarded. You are proactive, naturally curious and thrive in fast-paced environments where you can contribute beyond traditional reporting responsibilities.

Company, Culture & Benefits

This successful Australian manufacturing business has established itself as a trusted market leader through a commitment to quality, innovation and customer service. The organisation promotes a collaborative culture where employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, challenge existing processes and drive continuous improvement. With a strong leadership team and a clear growth strategy, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while gaining valuable exposure across the broader business.

• Join a stable and growing Australian manufacturing organisation
• Gain exposure to senior decision-makers across finance and operations
• High-impact role with strong extension potential beyond the initial contract term

Apply

If this sounds like you, please send your resume by clicking the "Apply" link below. The reference number for this role is JH79739. Please allow for 3-5 working days for us to process all applications. All applicants will receive feedback from us, either via email or a telephone call.