Head of Operations Finance

7 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Refresco Full time $120,000 - $150,000 per year
ABOUT THE JOB

Shape finance strategy in a growing FMCG manufacturer. Lead transformation, drive insights, and partner with operations to fuel performance.

  • Located in Western Sydney
  • Influence senior leadership decisions
  • Market level salary + Super + Bonus

ABOUT THE COMPANY

We're working with a well-established manufacturer of fast-moving consumer goods that's entering a new phase of transformation. With a major ERP rollout planned and a clear roadmap for growth, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of operations finance in a business that's scaling nationally.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Head of Finance - Operations role is a strategic leadership position. You'll oversee a technically strong team of accountants, partner closely with operations leaders, and drive performance through sharper reporting, smarter cost control, and process innovation. You'll be the key finance partner to the Operations Director, helping unlock efficiencies and build a best-in-class finance function that supports manufacturing excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Lead and develop a high-performing operational accounting team with clear goals and continuous improvement focus.
  • Oversee financial operations including capital tracking, fixed assets, inventory, and monthly reporting.
  • Drive cost control by partnering with operations to identify anomalies and improve efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with accounting policies and support internal and external audits.
  • Champion improvement through ERP implementation and streamlined financial processes.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

  • CPA qualified with deep experience in manufacturing finance.
  • Proven leadership of accounting teams, ideally in FMCG or industrial settings.
  • Strong grasp of standard costing, inventory, and capital reporting.
  • ERP savvy—SAP experience a big plus.
  • A natural communicator who can engage teams and influence senior stakeholders.
  • Comfortable being onsite five days a week, with occasional travel to other states.

INTERESTED?

If you're a dynamic finance leader ready to make your mark in FMCG manufacturing, let's talk. This is a strategic hire with serious upside.

The recruitment process

1

Do you think you have what it takes? Apply for this vacancy via our website. Please include your resumé in your application.

2

We'll review your application and when we think we could be a match we will invite you for an interview to get to know you better. Sometimes the interviews will take place over multiple rounds.

3

If you are the preferred candidate for the role, we'll offer you a contract and welcome you to the Refresco team

Refresco believes that the principle of equal opportunities is fundamental to our company's values. Our long-held aim is to provide just and fair treatment for all employees. We will not discriminate on the grounds of sex, age, disability, marital status, colour, race, religion, ethnic origin, sexual orientation or gender reassignment.

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