Finance Manager – Commercial & Reporting

Key responsibilities

Oversee GL operational transaction processing for Commercial and MSG&A accounts; ensure end-to end integrity and compliance (US GAAP, Global/Local standards, IFRS awareness).

Perform structured and ad hoc deep dives into P&L and Balance Sheet accounts; identify issues, risks, and required corrective actions.

Own/drive month-end close activities and produce key internal financial statements (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow); support management sign-off of results.

Provide timely month-end/quarterly commentary for Commercial and MSG&A, translating variances (YoY/MoM/YTD) into clear business drivers and actionable insights.

Deliver analytical support for AR Aging, cash allocation, bad debt provision and forecasting; monitor AR health and trade spend impacts.

Coordinate and resolve commercial accounting topics (sales reversals, sales returns, bad debt) with Sales Finance and relevant stakeholders.

Partner with ITC to improve AR and trade spend control processes and reporting, including standardization and Excel-enabled automation.

Review Balance Sheet reconciliations for Commercial and SG&A accounts in line with company financial policy; ensure timely clearance of reconciling items.

Provide technical accounting guidance to Shared Services and broader teams to improve processes and ensure consistent application of policies.

Support external audit and key audit timelines with the Reporting Controller; ensure audit requests are met accurately and on schedule

Coordinate with F&C, HR, Legal, Marketing, Sales, and Operations to ensure complete and timely provision of audit documentation.

Work closely with Internal Controls to ensure compliance tasks are executed; assist with SOX testing and independent certification activities.

Ensure no repeat internal audit findings by challenging non-compliant processes and driving remediation to closure.

Manage stakeholder queries/issues and ensure timely resolution without delaying close, audits, or reporting.

Coach and develop the Senior Analyst, providing guidance, review, and oversight of deliverables.

What you'll bring

Minimum 7 years’ experience working in accounting or similar.

Big 4 or second tier public practice experience (desired)

Exposure to working in a large corporate or professional accounting environment (desired).

Has strong attention to detail and demonstrates ability to think logically.

Ability to effectively communicate with the appropriate levels of management in both oral and written form. Communication style is clear, precise and logical.

Ability to perform under pressure and collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to meet deadlines.

A “Team Player” demonstrating aptitude for collaboration and ability to develop and foster good working relationships with other departments.

Self-motivated, able to plan and manage own resources to accomplish set tasks.

Working knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and Outlook.

Major ERP system exposure such as BPCS/SAP.

Knowledge of Australian accounting standards and principles.

Knowledge of US accounting standards and principles. (desired)

Undergraduate business degree.

Qualified accountant (e.g., CPA, CA or equivalent)

Why Join Us?

Be part of a global food company with a rich history and iconic brands

Collaborate with a talented team and contribute to our company's vision

Develop your skills and expertise in a dynamic and supportive environment

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.

Location(s)

Freshwater

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.