Our team members nourish the bodies and minds of thousands of people every day, through food and support services focused on health and wellbeing. Creating bonds and connections between people and communities across Australia, Compass Group’s corporate footprint is designed for people, the planet, and communities in which we work to thrive now and long into the future.
We are looking for an experienced Financial Planning & Analysis Analyst to join the CGA team on a full time basis
THE POSITION
1. Financial Planning and Forecasting: Develop and manage financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic decision-making. Monitor performance against financial targets and analyse variances.
2. Reporting and Analysis: Prepare and present comprehensive financial reports and analysis to senior management, highlighting key trends, risks, and opportunities. Reporting on key financial and non-financial metrics to Group will also be required.
3. Strategic Support: Collaborate with various departments to provide financial insights and recommendations that drive business strategy and operational efficiency.
4. Budget Management: Assist with the budgeting process, ensuring accuracy and alignment with organizational goals. Review and validate budget assumptions and outputs.
5. Financial Accounts: Prepare and maintain accurate financial monthly accounts for overhead departments including recommending cost control measures to deliver efficiencies
6. Process Improvement: Identify and implement enhancements to financial processes and systems to increase efficiency and accuracy.
7. Compliance and Control: Ensure financial practices comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies. Implement and monitor controls to maintain data integrity and accuracy.
THE PERSON
8. Minimum of 5 years of experience in finance analyst role
9. Bachelor’s degree (required) plus professional qualification/postgraduate studies in Finance (, CA, CPA, CFA, CIMA)
10. Advanced excel, reporting and analysis skills essential
11. Strong stakeholder management, influencing and business partnering skills
12. Exceptional written, verbal communication and presentation skills
13. Analytical Abilities: Excellent analytical skills with a strong ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
14. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
15. Experience with financial software and ERP systems
16. Proficiency with PowerPoint
17. Tableau or Powerbi experience preferable
THE BENEFITS
18. Paid parental leave
19. Multiple salary packing options to make your dollar go further
20. Easy access to 100+ retail discounts
21. Opportunity to grow your career and further develop your skills
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