We've been trusted to serve Aussie communities since 1914 and grown to become a top 30-listed on the ASX with 120,000 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 TeamFinance makes it easier for us to win together as a business. Our team works side-by-side with every other team to help bring commercial thinking into what they do and make moves that support our strategic business decisions.Our Automated Distribution Centre (ADC) located in Redbank uses world-class technology to modernise our Supply Chain. Epic in scale and design, our new facility represents the future of logistics. This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Coles Finance team and work closely within Supply Chain & Logistics to empower our retail teams across the country.About the RoleAs Finance Business Partner, you will provide support to our Commercial Managers in delivering quality Business Partnering to the Redbank and Kemps Creek Automated Distribution Centres (ADC's). The breadth of support will include all aspects of the finance, accounting, and commercial functions, including reporting, budgeting, and analysis in accordance with Coles Commercial framework and accounting standards.You'll also:
- Partner with key operational stakeholders to develop a deep understanding of business processes
- Work closely with and influence the operations team and other key stakeholders to monitor & manage performance against budgets/targets
- Develop robust reporting and analysis, turning operational metrics into financial results
- Produce daily, weekly and monthly financial reporting to allow the site/s to drive performance
- Develop financial plans and forecasts, offering guidance on future initiatives
- Identify key drivers of cost and opportunities for business improvement, and support all business improvement initiatives by providing commercial thought leadership and ensuring benefits are accurately tracked and reported
- Deliver insightful & objective analysis and commercial recommendations to ADC Management Team as required
- Varied finance background covering financial control, financial reporting, planning & analysis, and Business Partnering
- Tertiary qualification in Accounting or Finance
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills in order to identify business opportunities/challenges and recommend course of action
- Demonstrated experience streamlining reporting processes and improving data visualisation
- Experience in logistics, an automated distribution facility or manufacturing environment
- Continuous Improvement/Lean Six-Sigma Training & experience