Group FP&A Manager

Metcash; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Free onsite parking

5th week of annual leave

Career development

Inclusive culture

Executive exposure

Strategic impact

Shareholder value

Job summary

Metcash is seeking an experienced FP&A leader to partner with senior executives and drive planning, forecasting and financial performance across P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.

You will develop robust three-way financial models, analyse working capital and liquidity, and deliver insights for the Board and Investment Committee, while leading FP&A process improvements and strategic initiatives including potential M&A.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification with extensive FP&A and reporting experience.
• Strong understanding of P&L, balance sheet and cash flow interactions.
• Advanced financial modelling and scenario analysis skills.
• Experience influencing senior stakeholders with data-driven recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Support Group planning, forecasting and performance reporting across the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Develop robust three-way financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis and investment decisions.
• Analyse working capital, liquidity and net debt drivers to improve cash generation and balance sheet performance.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations for Executive, Board and Investment Committee reporting.
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, business cases and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Total Tools Hardware Group and corporate leaders to drive commercial outcomes and informed decision-making.
• Lead continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems and reporting.
• Support strategic projects including M&A, due diligence and business transformation initiatives.

Skills

FP&A

Corporate finance

Management reporting

Financial accounting

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Excel

TM1

Power BI

Job description

Why You'll Love This Role

This is a unique Group-level finance opportunity for an experienced FP&A leader with strong accounting foundations and a deep understanding of the linkages between the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow. Partnering closely with senior leaders, you'll provide the financial insight and analysis that drives strategic planning, capital allocation, investment decisions and long-term value creation.

Extra Reasons to Join Us

• Hybrid working arrangements, free onsite parking & 5th week of annual leave benefit
• Ongoing learning and career development opportunities
• Inclusive, values-led culture where everyone belongs
• Exposure to Executive and Board-level decision-making
• Influence strategic planning, investment and capital allocation decisions
• Play a key role in driving shareholder value across the Group

Your Role with Metcash

• Support Group planning, forecasting and performance reporting across the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow.
• Develop robust three-way financial models to support strategic planning, scenario analysis and investment decisions.
• Analyse working capital, liquidity and net debt drivers to improve cash generation and balance sheet performance.
• Provide financial insight and recommendations for Executive, Board and Investment Committee reporting.
• Evaluate capital expenditure proposals, business cases and strategic initiatives.
• Partner with Total Tools Hardware Group and corporate leaders to drive commercial outcomes and informed decision-making.
• Lead continuous improvement across FP&A processes, systems and reporting.
• Support strategic projects including M&A, due diligence and business transformation initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• CA or CPA qualification with extensive experience across FP&A, corporate finance, financial accounting and management reporting.
• Strong accounting foundations and a deep understanding of how the P&L, balance sheet and cash flow interact to drive business performance.
• Advanced three-way financial modelling skills, including forecasting, scenario planning and sensitivity analysis.
• Demonstrated experience analysing working capital, cash conversion, liquidity and net debt performance.
• Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate financial data into actionable business insights.
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders through clear, compelling and data-driven recommendations.
• Experience evaluating capital allocation decisions, investment opportunities and business cases.
• Advanced Excel skills, with experience in TM1 and Power BI highly regarded.

Part of Something Bigger

At Metcash, we're proud to support thousands of independent retailers across Australia through iconic brands including IGA, Foodland, Mitre 10, Total Tools, Cellarbrations and The Bottle-O. Join a business that values diversity, encourages growth, and empowers its people to make a meaningful impact.

Please note: This role is being managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team – no agencies please.