" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eFP\u0026amp;A Manager | Highly regarded ASX listed business\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18687\"\u003e Management Accounting \u0026amp; Budgeting \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18689\"\u003e Melbourne \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18690\"\u003e Permanent \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 21/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFP\u0026amp;A Manager | Highly commercial role\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMelbourne CBD | Hybrid working\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLeadership opportunity within a large, multinational ASX\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFP\u0026amp;A Manager | Highly commercial role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelbourne CBD | Hybrid working\u0026nbsp;\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeadership opportunity within a large, multinational ASX\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Opportunity\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is an exciting opportunity to join a leading ASX listed business, who are specialists within their industry.\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This role will lead divisional planning, forecasting and performance insights. You will work closely with senior commercial leadership, Commercial Finance and Group Finance to strengthen decision-making, improve accountability and support the delivery of strategic and financial outcomes.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWith one direct report, this is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded FP\u0026amp;A leader to influence business performance, improve planning processes and build capability across a complex, multi-location organisation.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Challenge\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Your key responsibilities will include the following:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead divisional budgeting, forecasting and long-range planning, establishing planning standards, assumptions and governance.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrive monthly performance reporting and analysis, providing forward-looking insights into financial performance, risks and opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop driver-based forecasts, scenarios and sensitivities to support strategic and commercial decision-making.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePartner with divisional leaders and Commercial Finance, challenging assumptions and translating financial insights into actionable business outcomes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImprove visibility of key performance drivers, including revenue, margin, operating expenditure, working capital, cash flow and return on investment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnhance FP\u0026amp;A systems, reporting and processes, leveraging planning tools, Power BI, automation and AI to improve efficiency and insight.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrengthen forecast accuracy and reporting consistency, establishing clear performance measures and a reliable source of planning data.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead and develop the FP\u0026amp;A team, coaching your direct report and building planning and commercial capability across Finance and the broader business.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Expertise\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Please consider expressing interest in this position if you possess the following:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e6-10 + years\u0027 experience across FP\u0026amp;A, commercial finance or business performance, ideally within a large corporate or complex divisional environment.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u0026nbsp;CA or CPA.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated experience leading budgeting, forecasting, long-range planning and executive performance reporting.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong understanding of integrated P\u0026amp;L, balance sheet and cash flow planning, including driver-based forecasting, scenario modelling and KPI development.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdvanced analytical and financial modelling skills, including advanced Excel and experience with ERP and planning platforms.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to Power BI, automation and AI-enabled reporting or planning processes would be highly regarded.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong commercial judgement and the ability to influence, challenge and partner with senior stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex financial and operational information into clear recommendations.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Next Step\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please call Mike Lys for a confidential discussion on 0477 016 453.\u003cbr\u003e Or alternatively please apply per the link below.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout ThompsonCook\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cem\u003eAt ThompsonCook we develop strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We specialise in recruiting for key finance function roles including:\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eChief Financial Officers, Treasury, Tax \u0026amp; Audit Leaders\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinance Managers \u0026amp; Financial Controller\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinancial \u0026amp; Management Accountants\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003eWe support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions, ensuring they secure the best finance talent in the market.\u003c/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting | Focused on Melbourne and Sydney\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4480271\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "