Simplot Hiring for Finance Analyst Job at Melbourne Full Time

Culture and Benefits

At Simplot, we are fuelled by our purpose: We Contribute to Feeding Our World. We imagine a better future and set goals to reach it. We are committed to working as one Simplot and are guided by our shared values:

• Respect for Resources
• Spirit of Innovation
• Passion for People

The safety and wellbeing of our people, contractors, and communities are priorities for us, which is why we require any new starter to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work with us.

We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion. We care about creating an environment that promotes safety and wellbeing and where our people feel supported, respected and empowered. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination and are committed to providing equal opportunities for all our team members.

Simplot is passionate about cultivating a future where good ideas and inspiring possibilities have the chance to grow. We want our team members to build exciting and fulfilling careers with us and offer professional and personal growth opportunities.

The Perks

• Flexible working arrangements and a variety of engaging Health and Wellbeing programs
• Diverse Leadership Development Programs and Professional Development Support
• Employee Reward and Recognition Program
• Bonus incentives
• Discounted Health Insurance and Gym Memberships
• Sensory Club Program – Enjoy and taste our new product launches and access to our Culinary cooking sessions
• Novated Car Leasing Agreements
• Income Protection Insurance
• Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave

About our role

• Provide key financial accounting and business data analysis, advice and recommendations
• Support the planning and budgeting process and preparation of various management reports on a monthly, quarterly and annual basis
• Ensure effective reporting and control of financial transactions, including capital expenditure
• Evaluate new business opportunities across Procurement and/or Agriculture Services

What will you do

• Provide best in class business partnering with key stakeholders across the organisation
• Support the development and validation of productivity opportunities and capital initiatives
• Contract analysis and crop/material analysis
• Implement efficient and effective financial planning, reporting and processes
• Assist in the delivery of weekly, EOM, forecasts and budgets for Procurement and/or Agriculture Services
• Provide insightful, timely and accurate reporting for Procurement and/or Agriculture Services, with a focus on ensuring performance drivers and crop/material price movements are understood, business wide implications are clearly articulated, and gap measures are identified
• Participate in the monthly Sales & Operating Planning (S&OP) process, analysing and forecasting financial implications
• Deliver raw material, packaging material and outsourced product standardised costing
• Support the development and execution of strategies and projects
• Provide financial insight and governance with regards to capital projects and productivity
• Actively contribute to business as usual discussions members to increase profitability, maximise financial returns and deliver on agreed targets
• Comply with all legislative / statutory obligations and company policies, including preparations of balance sheet reconciliations, post capital audits and fixed asset and inventory stock takes

About you

• Significant experience in a similar Analyst role combined with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in FMCG, Supply Chain preferable, procurement and manufacturing considered favourably
• Intermediate to advanced skills in the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• Demonstrated understanding of financial information systems, JDE/SAP preferred
• Experience with EOM, budget and business case development processes
• Ability to meet deadlines and influence others to meet deadlines
• Strong financial analysis, modelling and forecasting skills
• Member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants (CA) or a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

If this sounds like you, then please apply online now! Applications close on 12th January 2022.