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Australia
- Temporary Full-Time
- 12 months
- Posted: 12 Aug 2025
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About the job
- Join Danone, a global leader with a health-focused portfolio in food and beverages.
- Lead critical financial planning, drive performance through data, and shape strategic decisions in a dynamic FMCG environment
- Competitive compensation: salary, bonus, car allowance, and comprehensive benefits.
- Enjoy a hybrid work model and an inclusive work environment.
Danone is seeking a passionate Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A) Manager for a 12-month Fixed Term Contract. In this role, you will report directly to the Finance Director for the ANZ region, supporting them, the Executive Team, and Regional/Global stakeholders in managing the overall P&L, controlling fixed costs and cash flow, and leading financial analysis and reporting submissions.
Responsibilities:
- Overall P/L Management and Reporting- Lead consolidated P&L analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting, ensuring strategic insights, system submissions, and stakeholder alignment across local, regional, and global finance functions
- Fixed Cost - Manage people cost and FTE forecasting with HR, lead fixed cost and T&E control including Power BI tracking, oversee month-end accruals and PO management, handle intercompany cross charges, allocate fixed costs by category, and support local and regional finance teams with strong stakeholder engagement and financial guidance.
- Cash Flow- Lead quarterly cash flow and balance sheet forecasting, manage direct cash planning with Supply Chain and EIB, oversee transfer pricing and tax coordination, and drive CAPEX control, asset management, and intercompany processes.
- People Management - Lead and develop a high-performing finance team by supervising one Senior Financial Analyst and one Financial Analyst, with a strong focus on coaching, empowerment, and professional growth.
- Ad hoc support - Provide proactive support to the Finance Director and business needs, while contributing to internal controls and maintaining the Delegation of Authority framework across the organisation.
- Systems Support- Drive efficiency through ongoing digitalisation initiatives and provide support for system implementations and modifications at local, regional, and global levels.
About you
You are a commercially astute finance professional with a strong background in FMCG and a passion for driving business performance. With strong experience in FP&A, P&L management, and business partnering, you bring advanced analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a deep understanding of financial systems. You thrive in cross-functional environments, communicate with impact, and are highly organised with a strong focus on delivering insights that support strategic decision-making.
Ideally, you will have:
- CPA, CA, or CIMA qualification, along with a tertiary degree in Finance or Commerce.
- 7+ years of experience, preferably in FMCG, though candidates from other industries or large accounting firms are also welcome.
- Expertise in FP&A, P&L management, and business partnering is essential.
- Advanced proficiency in Excel and SAP (required); experience with Power BI is a plus.
- Strong analytical mindset with keen attention to detail, and a solid understanding of cash flow and working capital forecasting.
- Excellent communication skills, with proven ability to engage stakeholders and collaborate across functions.
- Highly organised, deadline-driven, and quick to grasp business dynamics to support strategic decision-making.
About Danone
WE OFFER
We truly value our Danoners and strive to make their experience exceptional by creating a positive and fulfilling environment for everyone. Our unique benefits are designed to enhance the lives and provide genuine value.
- A high-performing, collaborative team culture
- Thank Danone it’s Friday! 3pm finishes every Friday
- Diverse and inclusive work environment
- Personalised learning opportunities to set you up for success
- Competitive Total Reward package including
- Health, Life and salary continuance insurance
- 26 weeks gender-neutral paid parental leave
- Employee Share Subscription Plan after 12 months of service
- Performance-related incentives and annual reviews
HOW TO APPLY
If this opportunity resonates with you and you’re eager to shape and define this role, then go ahead and seize the moment. Click on the APPLY button and share your resume with us.
ABOUT US
At Danone, we aim to inspire healthier and more sustainable eating and drinking practices, in line with our Vision - Danone, One Planet. One Health. We operate across four business lines: Essential Dairy and Plant-Based Products, Waters, Early Life Nutrition, and Medical Nutrition. Our headquarter is in France, we have offices in 55 countries across the globe and our products are sold in over 120 markets. We have been around for more than a century and are the proud owner of some of the best-known brands worldwide including favorites like YoPro, Activia, Aptamil and Karicare
Danone ANZ focuses on dairy and specialized nutrition products for infants and adults and is proud to be awarded the Great Place to Work accreditation winner for ANZ in 2023, 2024, 2025 – a globally recognised program where we feature as one of Australia’s top places to work.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI)
We proudly affirm that we are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and our ambition is to foster an INCLUSIVE&DIVERSE workplace where all Danoners can bring their uniqueness to contribute to business results. Our commitment to DEI ensures that all qualified individuals receive fair consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and disability at our company.
- Danone.com