Commercial Finance Manager

1 month ago

Melbourne, Australia David Jones Full time

The role

David Jones exists to inspire like no other and as we continue to deliver on our ambitious transformation agenda in line with our Vision 2025+ strategy, we are committed to creating inspired careers so our people can Thrive. 

The Commercial Finance Manager will be a crucial partner to our Marketing and Finance leaders to support the ongoing delivery of existing programs around Finance Services and Amplify, as well as the development and facilitation of new projects over the next 2 years.  

Reporting to the Head of Commercial Finance, you will be responsible for partnering with Marketing and Finance leadership teams, to set and manage financial targets and achieve short-term and long-term strategic goals in-line with the Vision 2025+ strategy.  

Based in Melbourne with a hybrid mix of time in the office and from home, this will suit a highly experienced, commercially astute and passionate finance manager to lead our Marketing and Finance teams through the delivery of new projects with a “business-first” outlook.

Responsibilities of the role will include, however will not be limited to:

  • Overall accountability for the delivery of the commercial finance operations across Marketing and Finance business units
  • Support strategic development with appropriate financial insights, analysis and modelling
  • Prepare short-term and long-term financial plans for the marketing and finance business units, ensuring it is clearly linked to Strategy 2025+
  • Support business leaders with commercial advice, insights, analysis and recommendations on key commercial decisions
  • Provide financial support and analysis for key procurement negotiations and to support marketing strategies and targets, identify and drive optimal EBIT outcomes in-line with critical KPI’s
  • Management and development of direct reports through coaching, mentoring and supporting key talent
  • Monthly P&L review of distribution costs and the analysis against forecast and budget

Who are we looking for in the successful candidate?

  • Proven experience in a commercial finance/partnering role in a complex, multifaceted environment
  • Experience with and passion for coaching/leading teams to realise their potential
  • Proven experience in cost optimisation initiatives that drive business performance
  • Proven commercial acumen skills and an ability to influence decision making through data, facts and insights
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to influence key internal/external stakeholders including executive teams
  • Experience in the retail, consumer or FMCG space will be highly regarded

Why work for us?

  • Unique opportunity to be part of a highly engaged, successful team, focused on the transformation of an iconic Australian brand
  • A competitive remuneration package including performance-based incentives
  • Hybrid working arrangements in office and from home that provide appropriate work/life balance
  • Parental leave policy of 18-weeks paid leave for the primary carer, and 3-weeks paid leave for the supporting partner
  • Generous employee discounts across David Jones and access to partner benefits
  • An additional day of leave for your birthday along with time to support charitable work
  • Opportunities to support community partnerships across our Corporate Social Responsibility program
  • Be a member of a company committed to sustainable practices, driving change in the retail landscape
  • Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions

About Us

Since 1838, David Jones’ limitless quest for innovation and progress established the brand as Australia’s original influencer in fashion and lifestyle. Having revolutionised the way Australians shop, David Jones’ creation of a social centre inspired and created lasting memories for past, present and future generations. Today, our vision to inspire Like No Other drives us to continue this legacy in our ambitious purpose to be the destination that inspires, with experiences and services Like No Other.

Our Thriving cultural pillars inspire our people to deliver on our vision and purpose.  We are Customer Obsessed; curious to understand and dedicated to delighting them with seamless solutions as one team. We care for our people, customers, partners and community by creating Inclusive environments through belonging and respect. We Empower with implied trust to act with integrity, value our unique skills and be accountable for our decisions.  We constantly seek Innovative ways of improving, changing and exploring ways that we can inspire.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

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