Your Impact

Reporting to the Senior Finance Manager, this career defining role will lead and manage the delivery of all financial information and analysis to the Executive Leadership Team, the Board and our parent entity in Japan, in order to inform and enable strategic decision making for the organisation as a whole.

In this high profile role, you will work closely with senior management, build excellent relationships with the broader commercial finance team and take overall accountability for the Group’s strategic planning, budgeting and financial forecasting processes.

Key responsibilities

• Delivery of Oceania’s internal mid-term plan and financial management reporting to the ELT, Board and our parent entity
• Own the Annual Budget and Quarterly Forecasts for Asahi Beverages, aligning with management and Group reporting standards
• Drive continuous improvement in forecasting, budgeting and management reporting processes across the business.
• Deliver local (AHA) and international (Asahi Group) planning requirements.
• Challenge assumptions in forecasts and assess the financial impact of business decisions.
• Coordinate budget and forecast reporting for the CEO, CFO, ELT, and Group Finance.
• Lead engagement across the business in budgeting and forecasting through regular stakeholder meetings.
• Fostering and developing strong and effective relationships with a broad set of stakeholders

About You

• Tertiary degree in finance or accounting, with CA or CPA qualification.
• Experience in FP&A finance manager roles, preferably in FMCG.
• Proven ability to deliver financial analysis and decision support to senior leadership.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Experience fostering cross-functional relationships and driving continuous improvement.
• Outstanding stakeholder management, leadership and influencing skills across all levels

Why Asahi Beverages?

Asahi Beverages is a leading multi-beverage organisation with a rich and varied history. Our regional head office is based in Melbourne, with sales, manufacturing and distribution centres located across Australia and New Zealand. We produce and market some of Australia’s most iconic beverage brands, including Schweppes, Pepsi Max, Gatorade, Cool Ridge, Great Northern, Carlton Draught, Vodka Cruiser, Asahi Super Dry and Allpress coffee. We have a great track record of success, we work at pace, our teams are high-performing, and there’s always a lot going on.  There are so many opportunities in our company for those ready to take them on!

We’re proud of who we are and humble in how we work – we believe in creating a culture of excellence, innovation, and diversity. We offer a range of benefits such as product discounts, flexible work arrangements, health and wellness programs, and learning & development opportunities. We are passionate about our commitment to the communities we serve and are clear on our role in enhancing environmental sustainability and social responsibility.

We are a Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to all applicants.