Are you a data-driven finance professional who sees the story behind the numbers? I am recruiting for an industry leading retailer who is seeking a Senior Financial Analyst to spearhead their Gross Profit analysis and forecasting. This isn't just a reporting role but a chance to add value across the business.
... Key Responsibilities:
- Financial Analysis & Forecasting: Manage all gross profit components, including markon, markdowns, shrink, freight, and FX. Lead rolling forecasts and long-range planning to identify trends, risks, and opportunities.
- Business Partnering: Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. You will translate complex financial insights into clear narratives that influence executive decision-making.
- Reporting & Compliance: Produce high-quality weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports for local and corporate leadership, ensuring strict adherence to audit and risk frameworks.
- Continuous Improvement: Drive the "Finance of the Future" by leveraging RPA, AI, and advanced analytics to automate manual processes and challenge existing practices.
- Strategic Support: Provide cohesive analytical support for the Financial Control Manager on high-priority ad hoc projects and strategic initiatives.
About You:
- Qualified & Experienced: You hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, or Analytics and have a proven track record in business partnering or planning.
- Technical Powerhouse: You possess advanced proficiency in Microsoft Power Apps (including Power BI) and have strong financial modelling skills.
- Strategic Influencer: You have the confidence to navigate complex business plans and can assemble experts to execute on key objectives.
- Innovative Thinker: You are passionate about emerging technologies (AI, RPA) and possess the curiosity to anticipate issues before they become apparent.
- Experience in Retail, FMCG, or Apparel is highly regarded, as is knowledge of SQL, Python, Oracle Cloud, or Lean Six Sigma certification.
If interested in applying to the position please apply today, for further information please call Henry Campbell on 0436449637 or reach out to henry.campbell@randstad.com.au
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