Finance Analyst

Finance Analyst Australia | Coles Group About Coles GroupColes Group is one of Australia's largest retail companies, operating a nationwide network of supermarkets, liquor stores, distribution centres, and digital retail services. Headquartered in Melbourne, Victoria, Coles serves millions of customers each week through trusted brands including Coles Supermarkets, Liquorland, First Choice Liquor Market, and Coles Online. About the RoleWe're looking for a motivated Finance Analyst to join our finance team. In this role, you'll analyse financial performance, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide insights that help drive business decisions across our retail, supply chain, eCommerce, and corporate operations. Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports and performance analysis.
• Develop budgets, forecasts, and financial models.
• Analyse sales, revenue, costs, and profitability to identify trends and opportunities.
• Partner with business teams to provide financial insights and commercial recommendations.
• Monitor KPIs and prepare management dashboards.
• Perform variance analysis and explain budget-to-actual results.
• Support business cases, investment appraisals, and strategic projects.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve reporting, processes, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, accounting standards, and financial controls.
• Collaborate with merchandising, supply chain, operations, and digital teams.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Commerce, Economics, or a related field.
• 2–5+ years of experience in financial analysis, commercial finance, or corporate finance.
• CPA Australia or CA qualification (or progress toward certification) is highly regarded.
• Strong Microsoft Excel, financial modelling, and data analysis skills.
• Experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI, Tableau, or similar tools is an advantage.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced retail environment with strong attention to detail.

Join Coles Group and help deliver financial insights that support one of Australia's leading retail businesses. Apply today!Pay: From $9,800.00 per monthBenefits:

• Employee mentoring program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Visa sponsorship
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person