Compass Group is listed on the London Stock Exchange (Top 20) and is the global market leader in providing food and a range of support services to customers in the workplace, schools and colleges, hospitals, at leisure and in remote environments. We operate in over 50 countries, employ over 600,000 people, and are a recognised top 10 employer worldwide. In Australia, Compass Group Australia generates $2.0Bn revenue per annum, servicing over 350 clients across over 700 sites, with 16,000 employees.
Join a global leader that feeds innovation, drives hospitality, and powers possibility!
We are looking for an FP&A Analyst to join our dynamic Financial Planning and Analysis Team within our Perth Support office. The role involves the development of financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic decision-making. The analyst will work closely with various departments to ensure financial goals are met and risks are managed efficiently.
THE POSITION
- Financial Planning & Analysis: Develop and manage robust financial models, forecasts, and budgets to support strategic decision-making. Continuously monitor financial performance against targets, analysing variances and identifying key drivers.
- Reporting & Insights: Prepare and deliver comprehensive financial reports and analyses to senior management, clearly communicating trends, risks, and opportunities. Ensure timely reporting of key financial and non-financial metrics to Group stakeholders.
- CRM Management: Oversee and maintain the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system to ensure data accuracy, support sales and marketing efforts, and provide actionable insights for customer engagement and retention strategies.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with various departments to provide financial insights and strategic recommendations, supporting business planning and operational efficiency.
- Budgeting Support: Contribute to the annual budgeting process by reviewing and validating budget assumptions and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
- Overhead Accounting: Maintain accurate monthly accounts for overhead departments, identifying and recommending cost control measures to enhance efficiency.
- Process Improvement: Drive continuous improvement in financial processes and systems to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and automation where possible.
- Compliance & Controls: Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and internal financial policies. Implement and monitor controls to maintain the integrity and accuracy of financial data.
THE PERSON
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in finance analyst role
- Bachelor’s degree plus professional qualification/postgraduate studies in Finance
- Advanced excel, reporting and analysis skills essential
- Strong stakeholder management, influencing and business partnering skills
- Exceptional written, verbal communication and presentation skills
- Excellent analytical skills with a strong ability to interpret financial data and provide actionable insights.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail in financial analysis and reporting.
- Experience with financial software and ERP systems
- Tableau or Power BI experience preferable
Please note: This role will be based in our Perth Office, 12 Newcastle Street, East Perth, 6000, WA.
THE BENEFITS
Working with a large global company means you can be assured that we have an attractive benefits program! This includes comprehensive learning & development offerings, a variety of recognition programs and company discounts, an excellent salary benchmarking matrix and at this management level also includes an incentive bonus scheme! You can read all about these here: Why work at Compass
We are committed to providing a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all. If you require adjustments or alternative methods of communication in the recruitment process, please reach out to us on either 1300TALENT or careers@compass-group.com.au