Finance Operations Analyst

1 week ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia people2people - Sydney Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Finance Operations Analyst – APAC | Global FMCG Brand | Sydney-Based

Type: Full-time | Permanent

Sector: FMCG | Manufacturing | Finance

Are you a sharp-minded Cost Accountant ready to take your next step with a global powerhouse in the FMCG space? We're partnering with a fast-growing, multinational brand that's redefining innovation and efficiency in the consumer goods sector across APAC.

With a strong footprint in manufacturing and supply chain operations, this organisation is searching for a commercially-savvy Finance Operations Analystto deliver best-in-class costings, margin analysis, and strategic insights that shape the future of their APAC operations.

What You'll Be Doing

  • Own the cost accounting process across the APAC region, including product costings, budgeting, and inventory valuation.
  • Analyse product, raw material, and overhead costs to ensure accuracy in standard costing.
  • Deliver timely and accurate new product development (NPD/EPD) costings.
  • Conduct weekly variance analysis and identify operational improvement opportunities.
  • Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, production, procurement, and commercial teams.
  • Lead margin analysis by product line, providing actionable recommendations to drive profitability.
  • Maintain and optimise ERP standard cost models (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics BC).
  • Support month-end and year-end close processes with cost-related reporting and insights.
  • Drive cost control initiatives and identify opportunities to improve financial performance across the supply chain.

What You'll Bring

  • A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline (CPA/CMA or MBA preferred).
  • 3–5+ years' experience in cost accounting within an FMCG, food, or manufacturing environment.
  • Strong understanding of cost accounting principles, inventory systems, and ERP platforms.
  • Advanced Excel skills and strong financial modelling capabilities.
  • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities.
  • A solutions-focused approach and passion for continuous improvement.

Why Apply?

  • Join a high-performing, APAC-facing finance team in a business experiencing sustained global growth.
  • Opportunity to influence key decisions in pricing strategy, product development, and cost optimisation.
  • Be part of a collaborative and values-driven culture that recognises talent and rewards innovation.
  • Hybrid working options and flexible work culture.
  • Competitive salary + benefits.

If this sounds like you, apply now or contact us at  / or  /

Operating for over 20 years in Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom, people2people, Edge Recruitment, and Frog Recruitment are an award-winning recruitment group and HR solutions provider. As an inclusive workforce, we welcome everyone and encourage our employees, clients, and candidates to showcase their authentic selves.

Should you require reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to make a request by phoning the above-mentioned recruitment consultant to discuss. In response to these requests, we will collaborate closely with you to implement the appropriate adjustments.

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