Senior FP&A Analyst

SPC Global; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

SPC Global Group is seeking a Senior FP&A Analyst to support budgeting, forecasting and management reporting. You will prepare rolling forecasts, consolidate inputs, and deliver insightful financial analysis to guide operational and commercial decisions.

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller – Corporate Finance & FP&A, you will maintain forecasting models, perform variance analysis, and contribute to automated reporting and Integrated Business Planning with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years’ relevant finance experience, including FP&A, management reporting or commercial finance.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and management reporting activities.
• Experience within FMCG, manufacturing or complex operational environments is highly regarded.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capability; proficient Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and coordination of the Group's annual budget.
• Prepare and update monthly rolling forecasts and Latest Estimates.
• Support quarterly reforecast processes, including consolidation of divisional inputs.
• Monitor consistency of planning assumptions across divisions and follow up on variances.
• Analyse forecast movements and ensure forecasts reflect performance and initiatives.
• Prepare monthly management reporting for review by the Group Financial Controller.
• Identify variances, trends and risks and raise matters for investigation.
• Assist with the Integrated Business Planning process and align financial forecasts with demand/supply planning.
• Maintain and update financial reporting models and pursue reporting automation.

Skills

Financial modeling

Data analysis

Management reporting

FP&A

Budgeting & forecasting

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

SPC Global (ASX:SPG) is an iconic food manufacturer with a 100-year commitment to playing a positive role in the Australian economy and manufacturing industry.

Our commercial business office is located in Melbourne CBD and runs four Business Divisions – SPC, The Original Beverage Co, Nature One and Natural Ingredients. Our Group has a portfolio of brands with a focus on providing nourishment and wellness for consumers globally.

Our Group’s products span packaged fruit and tomatoes, baked beans and spaghetti, ready-made meals, beverages, juice and wellness shots, powdered milk products, and vegetable and fruit supplies to the food service industry.

With a strong heritage in Australia, and ambitious plans to grow both domestically and internationally, this is an exciting time to join our business.

The Opportunity:

This is an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team with an amazing culture and support, where you can learn, grow, and make a significant impact.

The Senior FP&A Analyst supports SPC Global's budgeting, forecasting and management reporting processes, providing high-quality financial analysis to support operational and commercial decision making.

Working under the direction of the Group Financial Controller – Corporate Finance & FP&A, the role is responsible for preparing management reports, maintaining forecast models, analysing financial performance and supporting the Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process.

The role focuses on delivering accurate, timely and insightful financial information, identifying trends and variances, and contributing to continuous improvement across planning and reporting processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the preparation and coordination of the Group's annual budget.
• Prepare and update monthly rolling forecasts and Latest Estimates.
• Support quarterly reforecast processes, including consolidation of divisional inputs.
• Monitor consistency of planning assumptions across business divisions and follow up on variances.
• Analyse forecast movements and help ensure forecasts reflect operational performance and known business initiatives.
• Prepare monthly management reporting for review by the Group Financial Controller.
• Prepare financial analysis, commentary and supporting schedules.
• Identify key variances, trends and emerging risks, and raise matters requiring further investigation.
• Support Finance's participation in the Integrated Business Planning process.
• Assist with aligning Demand Planning, Supply Planning and financial forecasts.
• Analyse forecast accuracy and highlight opportunities to improve forecast assumptions.
• Assist business stakeholders to understand financial information and planning assumptions.
• Maintain and update financial reporting models.
• Assist with improving reporting accuracy, consistency and controls.
• Contribute to automation initiatives and the reduction of manual reporting.
• Prepare and maintain KPI dashboards for Executive Leadership.
• Monitor financial and operational performance metrics and investigate movements.
• Provide timely analysis to support business performance discussions.
• Identify and suggest improvements to budgeting, forecasting and reporting processes.
• Contribute to the refinement of forecasting methodologies.
• Assist with automation and opportunities to reduce manual reporting.
• Recommend practical improvements to reporting efficiency.
• Work collaboratively with the broader Finance team to deliver planning and reporting activities.
• Share knowledge, support consistent processes and assist colleagues as required.
• Manage own priorities and deliverables to agreed deadlines.
• Provide support and guidance to less experienced team members where appropriate.

The successful candidate will have:

• Approximately 4–6 years’ relevant finance experience, including exposure to FP&A, management reporting or commercial finance.
• Experience supporting budgeting, forecasting and management reporting activities.
• Experience within FMCG, manufacturing or complex operational environments highly regarded.
• Strong financial modeling, Excel and data analysis skills.
• Experience preparing reporting and analysis for senior finance stakeholders.
• Strong financial modeling and analytical capability.
• Good understanding of budgeting, forecasting and financial reporting.
• Ability to interpret financial data and identify key trends and variances.
• Ability to translate analysis into clear and practical business insights.
• Understanding of key operational and commercial drivers.
• Ability to review assumptions and constructively question unusual movements.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate financial information clearly.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proactive approach, with a focus on accuracy and continuous improvement.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to present financial information in a clear and accessible way.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across Finance and operational teams.

Our Culture:

Our employees come from all walks of life, across many cultures and backgrounds. The strength of our brands is supported through the strength of our people.

This is a rare opportunity to join a diverse, exciting workplace during a transformational period and make positive contributions to the growth of SPC Global.

You’ll be part of one of Australia’s most iconic businesses. You’ll work in a collaborative and supportive team environment with others who have a wealth of experience to share. We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for personal and career development.

You will be required to meet SPC Global’s employment criteria which will include pre-employment medical screening. Interested?