Financial Analyst Planning

Description:

As Australia’s biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. At our stores, distribution centres, and offices in Australia and New Zealand. All around the globe. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause. Giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do.

As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re relentless in our pursuit for results, but changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of. We celebrate your uniqueness and individuality. Because at Kmart it’s not just what you do, it’s who you are that makes every day living brighter.

We currently have an opportunity in our high performing Finance team for an experienced Financial Analyst (Planning) who will be responsible for managing the budget and forecast process for the entire business. You will be joining a close knit, dynamic team with a fantastic culture where you will be challenged and supported to achieve personal and business goals.

As a Financial Analyst working for Kmart you will:

• Assist in the preparation and delivery of business forecasts and budget processes on a monthly/annual basis
• Assist in the planning, preparation, and delivery of periodic reporting on expenditure against budgets/forecasts
• Provide financial analysis support to effectively evaluate costs vs benefit opportunities
• Seek to continuously improve budgeting and forecasting processes and outcomes
• Plan, implement and manage quarterly cost review reports to drive continuous improvement
• Support the delivery of strategic finance initiatives
• A degree in accounting or related discipline
• Advanced analytical and financial modelling skills
• Knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP)
• Experience using SAP, TM1 or OneStream systems would be advantageous
• Adaptability and ability to drive improvements, handle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Solid understanding of executive reporting requirements
• Proven ability to build relationships with stakeholders across all levels of an organization