Strategic Commercial & Finance Partner (Perth)

Sodexo; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Job security in essential services

Retail discounts

Job summary

Sodexo seeks an experienced Commercial Business Partner for its Perth Support Centre. This full-time role supports the Commercial Manager in strategy, policy, and commercial integrity of site accounts, processes, and systems.

You will build client relationships, drive customer-centric improvements, and contribute to standardised service offerings. Responsibilities span financial governance, budgeting, forecasting, commercial pricing, and contract variation reviews, with coaching of Village

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Commerce, Accounting, or related discipline.
• 5–8 years’ experience in a similar commercial or finance role.
• CA or CPA qualifications are desirable, but not required.
• Strong experience in contract negotiation and administration, including Australian Standard contracts.

Responsibilities

• Analyse site operational performance to drive profitability and efficiency.
• Support annual budgets and quarterly forecasts with insight and analysis.
• Ensure robust financial governance across billing, cash, labour, stock, and asset management.
• Identify and manage commercial and financial risks, with mitigation strategies.
• Participate in national commercial initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Assist with debtor management and credit risk related to billing activity.
• Support Business Development through bid model reviews for tenders and retentions.
• Prepare pricing and contract variations for existing and new business.
• Develop approval memos for CEO, CFO, and Finance leadership.
• Prepare business cases and CAPEX submissions.
• Develop and deliver Profit Improvement Plans.
• Undertake retail analysis, price escalations, and contract rate reviews.
• Contract management – act as the principal liaison for site management regarding contract interpretation.
• Coach and mentor Village Managers and Heads of Department on commercial and financial matters.
• Conduct periodic site visits and contract compliance reviews.
• Support month-end close and reporting within required timeframes.
• Continuously improve reporting processes and management reporting quality.

Skills

Analytical skills

Commercial acumen

Financial modelling

Contract negotiation

Presentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Commerce or Accounting

Job description

Sodexo seeks an experienced Commercial Business Partner for its Perth Support Centre. This full-time role supports the Commercial Manager in strategy, policy, and commercial integrity of site accounts, processes, and systems.

You will build client relationships, drive customer-centric improvements, and contribute to standardised service offerings. Responsibilities span financial governance, budgeting, forecasting, commercial pricing, and contract variation reviews, with coaching of Village