Head Of Financial Planning, Reporting & Analysis

Head of Financial Planning, Reporting & Analysis Lead financial planning & reporting at DON. Drive insights, manage controls, and lead a dynamic team in delivering key business objectives.
24th October, 2024 About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF's product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed. GWF's business units include Tip Top, DON, Yumi's, MAURI and Jasol.
DON's heritage goes back to the late 1800's. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.
We take great pride in our skills, techniques and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. We've grown from a small family business to become one of Australia's largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.
DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.
About the role
We are seeking a finance leader to join our team as Financial Planning and Reporting Manager. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee the financial control, planning, and reporting function. You will lead and develop a dynamic team, driving change and delivering key business objectives.
Key responsibilities: Develop insightful and value-added financial reports Align processes and standards for consistent and reliable actual and forecast information Manage engagement with external and internal auditors, ensuring timely resolution of issues Lead profit improvement and cost management initiatives Oversee the monthly business performance review process Drive the development of a comprehensive data analytics and business intelligence strategy Ensure compliance with corporate, statutory, and ABF financial reporting requirements Enhance business controls and governance 24th October, 2024 About Us

GWF is one of the largest food manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand, employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWF's product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed. GWF's business units include Tip Top, DON, Yumi's, MAURI and Jasol.
DON's heritage goes back to the late 1800's. Since the beginning, we have been passionate about crafting great-tasting meat products that Australians love. We produce ham, bacon, salami, smallgoods, and fresh pork.
We take great pride in our skills, techniques and brands, which have evolved over more than a century. We've grown from a small family business to become one of Australia's largest food manufacturers, now part of the GWF group.
DON is also a leading Australian employer with offices and facilities in metropolitan and regional locations across the country. We take pride in being a responsible employer and a great place to work. We offer a safe and supportive environment where everyone can achieve their full potential.
About the role
We are seeking a finance leader to join our team as Financial Planning and Reporting Manager. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, you will oversee the financial control, planning, and reporting function. You will lead and develop a dynamic team, driving change and delivering key business objectives.
Key responsibilities: Develop insightful and value-added financial reports Align processes and standards for consistent and reliable actual and forecast information Manage engagement with external and internal auditors, ensuring timely resolution of issues Lead profit improvement and cost management initiatives Oversee the monthly business performance review process Drive the development of a comprehensive data analytics and business intelligence strategy Ensure compliance with corporate, statutory, and ABF financial reporting requirements Enhance business controls and governance Why Join Us?
At DON, our purpose is to craft food that brings out 'the good'. By joining our community, you will play a vital role in creating iconic products loved by many. You will thrive in a safe, supportive environment where you can be your authentic self, advance your career, and make a positive impact in the community.
We offer competitive programs and benefits that reflect the needs of our people, including:
Flexible work arrangements and shift options Community partnerships and initiatives, including two volunteer days per year Opportunities to purchase additional leave Employee discounts on products and retailer discounts across Australia Comprehensive training and development programs Global career opportunities Recognition programs and rewards, including an end-of-year celebration Health and wellness initiatives Study assistance About You
We are looking for an analytical, improvement-oriented leader to head our newly established Planning & Reporting team. You will possess:
A bachelor's degree in accounting or a related discipline CPA/CA qualification An MBA or master's degree (desirable) Experience in the FMCG sector, preferably in food manufacturing Proven team leader driving high levels of team motivation and engagement Proven analytical and problem-solving capabilities Proficiency in SAP and BW systems Experience in developing systems roadmaps Experience delivering a strong control framework such as US SOx Expertise in data analytics strategy development and implementation Strong commercial and analytical skills at both conceptual and detailed levels Proven track record in identifying and implementing process improvements Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong relationship-building skills at all levels, both internally and externally How to Apply
If you're ready to take on a leadership role in a dynamic and growing organization, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your application, including your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience.
At DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. So we can get to know you in the best possible way, we're happy to adjust our recruitment process to support your accessibility needs. Please let us know your needs in providing a positive, barrier-free recruitment process  via email to
Applicants for this position will be required to undertake pre-employment screening tests including a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol test and a security / background check which may also include a criminal record check. Proof of eligibility to work is required for all successful applicants.
GWF has a duty of care and a legal responsibility to promote, monitor and maintain a safe working environment for the protection of all of our people in our workplaces. As per our GWF Workplace COVID-19 Safety and Vaccination Policy we strongly encourage all new employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless exempt and note that some roles are subject to customer mandates in relation to COVID-19 vaccination.
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