Financial Analyst

Job Title:Financial Analyst

Location: Sydney, NSW

Salary: $120,000 - $160,000 + super (depending on experience)

Position Overview: We are seeking a Financial Analyst to support our clients FMCG operations by providing strategic financial analysis and insights to drive business performance. As a key member of the finance team, you will play a crucial role in analysing financial data, identifying trends, and developing actionable recommendations to support decision-making and achieve business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth financial analysis of sales, pricing, and profitability to identify opportunities for revenue growth and margin improvement.
• Analyse market trends, consumer behaviour, and competitive landscape to inform pricing strategies and product development initiatives.
• Develop and maintain financial models to forecast sales volumes, revenue projections, and product demand across different markets and product categories.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse promotional campaigns, trade spend effectiveness, and ROI on marketing initiatives.
• Evaluate product performance and inventory management strategies to optimise working capital and minimize stock-outs.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for management review, highlighting key performance metrics, variance analysis, and actionable insights.
• Support the budgeting and forecasting process by providing accurate and timely financial data, forecasts, and analysis.
• Assist in ad hoc financial analysis, business case development, and decision support for strategic initiatives and investment opportunities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field;
• CA or CPA preferred.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, preferably within the FMCG industry.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex financial data and communicate insights effectively.
• Proficiency in financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting techniques.
• Knowledge of FMCG sales analytics, trade spend management, and retail pricing dynamics.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP’s, BI tools & Excel.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities with attention to detail.

Please reach out to **********@pgrec.au if you have any questions.