Finance Analyst ANZ Beverages

PepsiCo; North Sydney Council; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave options

Health & Wellness programs

Discounted private health insurance

Financial coaching

Counselling sessions

Flu vaccinations

Skin checks

Professional development programs

Global career opportunities

Job summary

PepsiCo is seeking a Finance Analyst to lead planning, reporting, and controls for the ANZ Beverages business. You will partner with Market GMs, Franchise, Marketing and Bottling teams to drive commercial finance initiatives and deliver strategic outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration, financial analyses, and stage-gate reviews for new product launches, with a strong focus on governance and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of finance experience in a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Proven ability to lead finance projects and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management across diverse teams.
• Experience in business strategy, financial planning, and execution.
• Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and information management.

Responsibilities

• Lead AOP and rolling forecast planning, including P&L forecasting and business reviews.
• Provide financial analysis on volume, pricing, costs, and market performance trends.
• Support strategic decision-making through business cases and profitability analysis.
• Partner with Commercial and Franchise teams to drive growth and AOP delivery.
• Develop sales forecasts and deliver insights on pricing, investments, and ROI.
• Support new product launches through financial planning and stage-gate reviews.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, balance sheet reviews, cash flow analysis, and accrual management.
• Drive compliance, internal controls, GCS governance, and risk mitigation across finance processes.

Skills

Finance experience

Stakeholder management

Project leadership

Financial systems

Cross-cultural awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting

CPA/CA preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands.Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet. To continue this success we are looking for a Finance Analyst to lead finance planning, reporting, and controls for the ANZ Beverages business. This role will act as a key business partner, driving commercial finance initiatives and collaborating closely with Market GMs, Franchise, Marketing, and Bottling teams to deliver strategic and financial outcomes.

Overview

Work for a global FMCG company with some of the world’s most trusted and iconic brands.Be part of an exciting business where employees are recognised and career growth is supported.

At PepsiCo, you can Dare for Better. You can help build a world where there are more possibilities for more people, no matter what role you hold. Together, we’ll make a positive impact for good. Because when we Dare for Better, we can smile at what’s next. For our careers, families, communities and the planet. To continue this success we are looking for a Finance Analyst to lead finance planning, reporting, and controls for the ANZ Beverages business. This role will act as a key business partner, driving commercial finance initiatives and collaborating closely with Market GMs, Franchise, Marketing, and Bottling teams to deliver strategic and financial outcomes.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead AOP and rolling forecast planning, including P&L forecasting and business reviews.
• Provide financial analysis on volume, pricing, costs, and market performance trends.
• Support strategic decision-making through business case and profitability analysis.
• Partner with Commercial and Franchise teams to drive growth initiatives and AOP delivery.
• Develop sales forecasts and deliver insights on pricing, investments, and ROI.
• Support innovation and new product launches through financial planning and stage-gate reviews.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting, balance sheet reviews, cash flow analysis, and accrual management.
• Drive compliance, internal controls, GCS governance, and risk mitigation across finance processes.

Qualifications

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline; CPA/CA qualification preferred.
• 5+ years of finance experience, ideally within a fast-paced FMCG environment.
• Proven ability to lead finance projects and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills across diverse teams.
• Experience in business strategy development, financial planning, and execution.
• Proficiency in financial systems, reporting tools, and information management platforms.
• Exposure to multicultural environments and global business operations.
• The ability to balance financial controls, planning, and commercial partnership with Franchise and Marketing teams with solid understanding of bottler economics is preferred.

For you

• Competitive benefits package:
  • Generous leave options (wellness, birthday, volunteer, additional leave purchase/cash out)
  • Health & Wellness programs:
  • Discounted private health insurance
  • Financial coaching
  • Counselling sessions
  • Flu vaccinations
  • Skin checks
  • Professional development programs
  • Global career opportunities

About us

Join us and work with iconic brands like Doritos, Gatorade, Pepsi Max, Smith’s Chips, Red Rock Deli, Twisties, Quaker Oats, and Bluebird NZ.

• Recognised as a Top Employer in Australia and New Zealand for the past 4 years
• Family Friendly Certification (AU)
• Australian Disability Network Member

PepsiCo is dedicated to sustainability with initiatives like EV chargers, net-zero energy efficiency, hydro trucks, and net-zero water usage. We foster innovation and empower employees to make a meaningful impact through Pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). Join us to shape the future of food and beverages with a focus on sustainability.

PepsiCo’s hiring process

• Submit your application
• Interview(s) and skills evaluation
• Online Assessment process
• Background checks

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